Recurrent dysgerminoma after 33 years

Surgery with or without radiotherapy produces a high cure rate in localized pure dysgerminoma of the ovary. Recurrence rates are low, and usually occur within 2 years. We report the case of a 58-year-old para 1 who developed recurrent pure dysgerminoma 33 years after initial surgery. The need for lo...

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Published in:	Australian & New Zealand journal of obstetrics & gynaecology Vol. 25; no. 2; p. 126
Main Authors:	Haines, I E, Schwarz, M A, Sinclair, R A, Ostor, A G
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English
Published:	Australia 01-05-1985
Subjects:	Dysgerminoma - pathology Female Humans Lymphatic Metastasis Middle Aged Ovarian Neoplasms - pathology Time Factors
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Summary:	Surgery with or without radiotherapy produces a high cure rate in localized pure dysgerminoma of the ovary. Recurrence rates are low, and usually occur within 2 years. We report the case of a 58-year-old para 1 who developed recurrent pure dysgerminoma 33 years after initial surgery. The need for long-term follow-up of these patients is emphasized.
ISSN:	0004-8666
DOI:	10.1111/j.1479-828X.1985.tb00625.x