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Mucinous cystadenoma of the ovary with xanthogranulomatous oophoritis: the first case report in the literature

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: This case report presents a unique and unprecedented occurrence of mucinous cystadenoma of the ovary accompanied by xanthogranulomatous oophoritis, a rare inflammatory condition. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first documented case of its kind in the medical literature. The patient, a 25-year-old woman, presented with abdominal pain, fever, and discomfort, prompting further investigation that led to the unexpected discovery of these coexisting pathologies.

Source: Journal of Surgical Case Reports

DOI: 10.1093/jscr/rjae155

Authors: Diana Nouh, Maisoon Dayoub, Moatasem Hussein Al-janabi

Institution: Latakia University

Language: English

Topic: Ovarian cancer diagnosis and treatment

Subfield: Oncology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,050