Histopathological Study of Surface Epithelial Tumours of Ovary at a Tertiary Care Hospital
Journal Title: Indian Journal of Pathology: Research and Practice - Year 2018, Vol 7, Issue 3
Abstract
Background: Ovarian cancer accounts for 3% of all cancers in females. Ovarian Tumours are most common tumours of female genital tract. Ovarian cancer is leading cause of deaths among gynaecological cancers. The aim of the study was to find the incidence of surface ovarian tumor at the Department of Pathology, S Nijalingappa Medical College, Bagalkot. Materials and Methods: This prospective study comprised of 82 primary ovarian tumours diagnosed in the department of pathology at S N Medical College, Bagalkot during the time period of 1st January 2016 to 30th June 2017. Records were retrieved from the departmental registers and were analyzed. Results: Total 82 cases were studied in this duration of study period. Out of 82 cases majority were benign tumours (81.75), followed by malignant tumours (15.9%) and borderline tumours (2.4%) were found. Conclusion: Most of the ovarian tumours in this study were surface epithelial tumours followed by germ cell tumours. Clinical features are variable. Histopathological examination is needed for proper diagnosis, treatment and for prognosis of the disease.
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Chidipudi Prasanthi
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