HPV Independent, Gastric Type Adenocarcinoma of Cervix - Case Report of a Rare Aggressive Subtype
Year: 2024
Type: article
Study design: Case Report
Abstract: Adenocarcinoma of cervix, HPV independent, gastric type is an invasive adenocarcinoma showing gastric (pyloric) differentiation, unrelated to HPV infection. The patients present with highly atypical clinical features and exhibits aggressive biological behaviour, making timely diagnosis particularly challenging. In the present study, we report a case of a 46 year old female who presented with increased vaginal discharge. Vaginal vault mass excision was done. Histopathology and IHC favoured a diagnosis of Adenocarcinoma of cervix, HPV independent, Gastric type.
Authors: Shanmuga Priya S, Laila Raji N
Institution: Government Medical College
Language: English
Subfield: Epidemiology
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4405585769
