Small cell neuroendocrine carcinoma of the endometrium, a rare aggressive tumor
Rajab, K.E.; Sandhu, A.K.; Malik, A.; Rajeswari, M.S.
Saudi Medical Journal 26(7): 1130-1132
2005
ISSN/ISBN: 0379-5284 PMID: 16047069 Document Number: 585981
This is a report of a young infertile woman with a history of 8 years amenorrhea, who presented with history of vaginal bleeding of 2 months duration. Investigations revealed a small cell neuroendocrine carcinoma of the endometrium, which penetrated half of the thickness of uterine wall. We have described the clinical progress and management of this rare and highly malignant cancer. A review of the pathological types and behavior of clear cell neuroendocrine carcinoma is presented.