Patricia A Nahn1, Emily Robinson, Michael Strassman. 1. Departments of Obstetrics and Gynecology, and Hematology/Oncology and Laboratory Services, Mercy Health System, Janesville, Wisconsin, USA.
Abstract
BACKGROUND: Thyrocarcinoma in struma ovarii is rare. Treatment options include salpingo-oophorectomy, complete surgical resection and/or adjuvant therapy. CASE: A young woman presented with a pelvic mass. Unilateral salpingo-oophorectomy was performed with findings of malignant thyroid tissue. No adjuvant therapy was administered. CONCLUSION: Conservative surgical approaches should be considered in patients with malignant struma ovarii who wish to maintain fertility.
BACKGROUND:Thyrocarcinoma in struma ovarii is rare. Treatment options include salpingo-oophorectomy, complete surgical resection and/or adjuvant therapy. CASE: A young woman presented with a pelvic mass. Unilateral salpingo-oophorectomy was performed with findings of malignant thyroid tissue. No adjuvant therapy was administered. CONCLUSION: Conservative surgical approaches should be considered in patients with malignant struma ovarii who wish to maintain fertility.