| Literature DB >> 19772676 |
Leigh A Cantrell1, Linda Van Le.
Abstract
Carcinosarcoma of the ovary, also referred to as mixed mullerian tumor of the ovary, is a rare and aggressive tumor. This tumor type is unique in that it contains malignant epithelial and stromal elements. The average survival for a woman diagnosed with carcinosarcoma of the ovary is less than 2 years. Due to the rarity of this tumor, the optimal treatment for carcinosarcoma of the ovary has not been determined. We review the pathology, risk factors, and current treatment recommendations for carcinosarcoma of the ovary.Entities:
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Year: 2009 PMID: 19772676 DOI: 10.1097/OGX.0b013e3181b8aff3
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Obstet Gynecol Surv ISSN: 0029-7828 Impact factor: 2.347