Sex Cord Stromal Tumors

What are Sex Cord Stromal Tumors?

Sex cord stromal tumors are groups of tumors composed of granulosa cells, theca cells, sertoli cells, leydig cells, and fibroblasts of stromal origin, singly or in various combinations. Examples of sex cord stromal tumors include:  FibromasFibrothecomasGranulosa cell tumorsSertoli-leydig cell tumorsThecomasHilus…
Struma Ovarii Teratomas

What are Struma Ovarii Teratomas?

Struma ovarii teratomas are specialized or monodermal teratoma predominantly composed of mature thyroid tissue.  What is the Pathology of Struma Ovarii Teratomas? The pathology of struma ovarii teratomas is: -Etiology: The cause of struma ovarii teratomas is unknown. -Genes involved:…
Immature Teratomas

What are Immature Teratomas?

Immature teratomas are composed of tissues derived from the three germ layers and demonstrate clinically malignant behavior and are distinguished by the presence of immature or embryonic tissues. What is the Pathology of Immature Teratomas? The pathology of immature teratomas…
Mature Teratomas

What are Mature Teratomas?

Mature teratomas also called as dermatoid cysts, are a type of germ cell tumor that is usually made up of several different types of tissue, such as hair, muscle, and bone and have ability to make enzymes or hormones that…
Teratomas of the Ovary

What are Teratomas of the Ovary?

Teratomas of the ovary are the most common germ cell neoplasm and comprised of a number of histologic types of tumors, all of which contain mature or immature tissues of pluripotent cells. Teratomas of the ovary include:  Mature teratomasImmature teratomasStruma…
Polyembryoma of the Ovary

What are Polyembryoma of the Ovary?

Polyembryoma of the ovary is a type of tumor that develops from the cells of the gonads i.e., ovary in women. They have a distinctive look because they are composed of many parts that are shaped like embryo.   What is…
Embryonal Carcinoma of the Ovary

What is Embryonal Carcinoma of the Ovary?

Embryonal carcinoma of the ovary is one of the most malignant cancers arising in the ovary and is an aggressive tumor due to its tendency to early hematogenous spread.  What is the Pathology of Ovarian Embryonal Carcinoma? The pathology of…
Ovarian Yolk Sac Tumor

What is Ovarian Yolk Sac Tumor?

Ovarian yolk sac tumor is a rare, malignant tumor of cells that line the yolk sac of the embryo. They are mostly benign.   What is the Pathology of Ovarian Yolk Sac Tumor? The pathology of ovarian yolk sac tumor is:…