The discovery of uterine carcinosarcoma through a sister mary joseph's nodule: A case report
Year: 2025
Type: article
Study design: Case Report
Abstract: The Sister Mary Joseph nodule is a rare sign of advanced malignancy, including uterine carcinosarcoma. A 55-year-old woman presented with a necrotic, bleeding 4 cm umbilical mass. Biopsy confirmed uterine carcinosarcoma (FIGO stage IVB), and she was scheduled for chemotherapy and radiotherapy. This case underscores the need to recognize umbilical nodules as potential markers of widespread cancer.
Source: Radiology Case Reports
Authors: Wissal Jaafar, Medemagh Malak, Chiba Yasmine, Sadek Gueddana, Nahed Khalifa, Mechaal Mourali
Language: English
Subfield: Pulmonary and Respiratory Medicine
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: gold
Estimated APC paid: $600
OpenAlex ID: W4409200072