A rare case of primary mediastinal yolk sac tumor
Yolk sac tumor (endodermal sinus tumor) is a subtype of germ cell tumor and a highly malignant neoplasm. In addition to presenting in ovaries and testes, the tumor has been detected at several extragonadal sites, including the presacral area, the ...
Vinay Mahishale +4 more
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Bleomycin containing chemotherapeutic regimen induced acquired partial lipodystrophy
Bleomycin toxicity predominantly affects the skin and lungs. Cutaneous toxicity classically known to present with bleomycin are flagellate erythema and drug rash.
Vishal R Tandon +6 more
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CT Findings and Differential Diagnosis of Primary Testicular Tumors
Objective: To analyze the imaging features of primary testicular tumor. Methods: The CT imaging data of 46 cases of testicular tumor confirmed by pathology were retrospectively reviewed.
Jianhui WENG, Jianhui LI, Ganbin QIU
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A Rare Presentation of Teratocarcinosarcoma as a Carinal Mass With Review of Literature
We report a rare presentation of teratocarcinosarcoma arising at the carina with bilateral main bronchial obstruction, resulting in critical airway compromise. Urgent bronchoscopic debulking followed by definitive chemoradiotherapy achieved sustained disease control with no recurrence at 4‐year follow‐up. This case highlights the importance of accurate
Gittwa Kottangal +6 more
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Prevalence and Management of Nonepithelial Ovarian Cancer in a Sub‐Saharan African Setting
Background Nonepithelial ovarian cancers (NEOCs) comprise a group of uncommon malignancies which can be challenging to treat. This broad term includes germ cell tumors, sex cord–stromal tumors, and rare types of ovarian cancer, such as small‐cell carcinomas and sarcomas.
Biruck Gashawbeza Batu +5 more
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Sacrococcygeal teratoma with yolk sac elements (endodermal sinus tumors) in two years old child
Background: Sacrococcygeal teratoma is seen in 1 in every 35000 live births, and is the most common tumor presenting in newborn and children but also reported in adults.(1) Sacrococcygeal teratoma are the most common type of germ cell tumors (both benign
Lubab F. Talal, Enam A. Khalid
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Germ cell and other tumors in individuals with differences in sex development
Abstract Approximately one in 3500 to one in 5100 live‐born infants have atypical external genital development, known as differences in sex development (DSD). In 2005, an expert consensus conference thoroughly reviewed aspects of health care for individuals with DSD.
Selma Feldman Witchel +1 more
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Primary yolk sac tumor of seminal vesicle: a case report and literature review
Background Yolk sac tumor (endodermal sinus tumor) is a rare malignant germ cell tumor arising in the testis or ovary. Extragonadal yolk sac tumor is even rarer and has only been described in case reports.
Yao Xu-Dong +3 more
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Early diagnosis and treatment challenges of endodermal sinus tumors: A case report
Background: Ovarian endodermal sinus tumors (ESTs) are rapidly growing and highly malignant tumors that respond well to chemotherapy. They can be difficult to diagnose and delayed diagnosis can worsen prognosis. Case: We present the case of a 20-year-old
Madeline F. Perry +3 more
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Endodermal sinus tumor of the maxillary sinus: A case report [PDF]
Endodermal sinus tumor is an uncommon malignant germ cell tumor that occurs in both gonadal and extragonadal tissues. Endodermal sinus tumors of the head and neck, exclusive of the central nervous system, are rare. We report a case of endodermal sinus tumor arising from the maxillary sinus in a 4-year-old boy. Combined treatment with radiation therapy
K, Gangopadhyay +3 more
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