Clear cell adenocarcinoma arising in endometriosis of the rectovaginal septum

Goldberg Mi, M I Goldberg, Belinson Jl, J L Belinson, E D Hutson, Hutson Ed, S R Nordqvist, Nordqvist SR
Obstetrics and gynecology · 1978 · vol. 51(1 Suppl) , pp. 38s–40s · PMID:618473
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This case report presents clear cell adenocarcinoma arising in endometriosis of the rectovaginal septum, discussing its pathogenesis and highlighting this rare malignant transformation site.

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Abstract

Malignant transformation in a focus of endometriosis is uncommon (less than 1%). The ovary is by far the most common site, followed in frequency by the rectovaginal septum. A case of clear cell adenocarcinoma arising in endometriosis of the rectovaginal septum is presented and its pathogenesis discussed.

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endometriosis

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Adenocarcinoma Endometriosis Rectal Neoplasms Vaginal Neoplasms Adenocarcinoma Adenocarcinoma Endometriosis Endometriosis Female Female Humans Humans Middle Aged Middle Aged Rectal Neoplasms Rectal Neoplasms Vaginal Neoplasms Vaginal Neoplasms

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