Splenic rupture from metastatic granulosa cell tumor 29 years after curative resection: case report and review of the literature

Chew, D.K.W.; Schutzer, R.W.; Domer, G.S.; Jaloudi, M.A.; Rogers, A.M.

American Surgeon 69(2): 106-108

2003


ISSN/ISBN: 0003-1348
PMID: 12641348
Document Number: 560928
Granulosa cell tumors account for 2 to 3 per cent of all ovarian neoplasms. This case report describes a patient with splenic rupture from a bulky metastatic deposit 29 years after her initial surgery. A review of the literature regarding the patterns and timing of recurrence is also discussed.

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