Adult Granulosa Cell Tumor of Ovary (GCT) – A Practical Approach

Authors

  • Dr. D.K. Vijaykumar
  • Dr. Michelle Aline Antony

Keywords:

Granulosa cell tumor, sex cord stromal tumors, inhibin, mullerian inhibiting substance

Abstract

Granulosa cell tumor (GCTs) are a rare group of tumors constituting less than 5% of all ovarian tumors and account for more than 70% of the sex cord-stromal tumors. They present with features of hypere-strogenism and are characterized by a good response to surgery but are notorious for late recurrences. Lifelong surveillance with serial clinical examination and tumor markers is advised. Adjuvant therapy, usually with BEP, is offered in high-risk cases, while targeted therapy is tried in resistant cases of GCT.

Author Biography

  • Dr. D.K. Vijaykumar
    Dr. D.K. Vijaykumar M.S. M.Ch (Surgical Oncology)
    Professor & Head, Dept. of Surgical Oncology
    Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre

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Published

2013-02-23

Issue

Vol. 2 No. 1 (2013)

Section

Case Study

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