Histopathological Classification of Ovarian Cancer?
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This is a complicated issue, so I'll stick to the general points.  Ovarian cancer is classified histologically by tissue type.  The cancer cells can be derived from three main cell lines.  They are either epithelial (made of the cells covering the external ovary), germ cell (made from the actual sex cells in the ovary), or stromal (made from the supporting cells inside the ovary).  There are further subtypes in these three groups.  The list is long, so a more specific internet search might serve you better.  But for another generalization:  epithelial ovarian cancers are the most common, and are more prevalent in adults; germ cell cancers are more prevalent in those under 20 years of age, and stromal tumors can occur in patients of any age.  Besides the primary cancers of the ovary, there is always the possibility of ovarian cancer that has spread from another site (usually somewhere in the abdomen, like the colon or stomach).  These are classified as metastatic ovarian cancers.
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Try the site linked below, "INTRODUCTION/HISTOLOGICAL TECHNIQUE."
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I just went through a cancer scare and had some ovarian cysts removed. Here are the links I found most useful:\n\nhttp://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000893.htm\nhttp://www.emedicine.com/radio/topic511.htm\nhttp://www.cancerwise.org/september_2004/display.cfm?id=f35c37df-ac53-4bc0-ac5511ac88865f3d&method=displayfull&color=green\nhttp://ovacome.jamkit.com/Home\nhttp://www.reutershealth.com/wellconnected/doc92.html\nhttp://health.yahoo.com/ency/healthwise/tw9761;_ylt=AsFgabc6Y97oSXeL5gIYjdEog7MF#tw9761-sec\nhttp://www.endo-resolved.com/index.html\n\nGood luck, and remember that until they biopsy it, you can't know for sure that you've got cancer. I had FIVE test results indicating cancer, but it wasn't cancer!
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The gowth rate is concerning. I'm taking for granted he has had either a needle or open biopsy of the nodule. If not he should have one to determine what exactly it is you are dealing with. Speed is of the essence here! Has he had any other exams, such as CT or MRI of the abdomen and pelvis or brain? Once the biopsy is returned those exams may be ordered, don't be suprised if they are! If he has had the biopsy, and it is malignant, ask what options there are for treatment, chemo and radiation or just chemo or just radiation, and if there is metastasis to any other areas?
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Best of luck to her.  I am an 8 year survivor of ovarian cancer.  Have you checked out the Gilda Radner foundation.  It is a national register for people with ovarian cancer.
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Not enough detail.  Could be as noted above, or muscle, bone, kidney, other feminine problem (ovarian cyst), etc.
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Could be a fibroid, which isn't cancer. Further testing will reveal what it might be. She might have to have a biopsy. This is when they go in...possibly by a broncoscopy (camera down the trachea and into the lungs)...view the area of concern and snip a piece of tissue and then send it out for testing. The pathologist will determine if it's cancerous.\n\nBest wishes.
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ahhhhhh lets see YES!!! :-)\n\nA hysterectomy is the surgical removal of the uterus, usually done by a gynecologist. Hysterectomy may be total (removing the body and cervix of the uterus) or partial (also called supra-cervical). In many cases, surgical removal of the ovaries (oophorectomy) is performed concurrent with a hysterectomy. The surgery is then called "total abdominal hysterectomy with bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy."\n\nWomen who have total abdominal hysterectomy with bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy surgeries lose most of their ability to produce the female hormones estrogen and progesterone and subsequently enter what is known as "surgically-induced menopause" (as opposed to normal menopause, which occurs naturally in women as part of the aging process). In women under the age of 50, hormone supplements (usually estrogen) are often prescribed as part of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) to offset the negative effects of sudden hormonal loss (most notably an increased risk for early-onset osteoporosis). This treatment is somewhat controversial due to the known carcinogenic and coagulative properties of estrogen; however, many physicians and patients feel the benefits outweigh the risks in women who would otherwise be "too young" to be in full-blown menopause.\n\nAlthough many hysterectomies are performed via a full abdominal incision laparotomy, two common surgical approaches which are less invasive are laparoscopically or vaginally. Surgery with ovarian conservation is an option for the pre-menopausal patient with benign disease (non cancer).
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"specialty of diseases of the female reproductive system"
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Adenocarcinoma is a form of carcinoma that originates in glandular tissue. To be classified as adenocarcinoma, the cells don't necessarily need to be part of a gland, as long as they have secretory properties.
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The ligamentum teres of the hip: An arthroscopic classification of its pathology \n\nAlistair J. R. Gray F.R.C.S. (Edin) Orth.a and Richard N. Villar B.Sc. (Hons), M.S., F.R.C.S., b,  \n\na Department of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery, The Western Infirmary, Glasgow, Scotland\nb Department of Orthopedic and Trauma Surgery, Addenbrooke's Hospital, Cambridge, England \n\nAbstract\nPathology of the ligamentum teres is rarely diagnosed. We describe the classification of the lesions seen at hip arthroscopy based on a group of 20 patients. Three groups are noted: complete rupture, partial rupture, and the degenerate ligamentum. The complete ligamentum teres rupture group had a history of either major trauma or surgery and had a high incidence of other hip pathology such as labral tears and articular damage. The partial ligamentum rupture group presented with a long history of ill-defined hip pain. Minor associated hip abnormalities were seen at arthroscopy. Degenerate ligamentum teres rupture presented with symptoms of the underlying osteoarthritis. Debridement or washout was performed but, at 2 years, patients had severe persistent symptoms or had had a joint replacement. \n\nAuthor Keywords: Hip arthroscopy; Ligamentum teres; Classification
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I think you're thinking of liposarcoma, which is defined as a malignancy of fat cells. See the link below.
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check with your Dr. it could be a cyst in your ovaries.
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First off Congrats on being cancer free. While I have never had cerival cancer at 19 I was diagonesed with ovarian cancer.  I am now an 8 year survior.  This year however two of my cousins have been diagnoesed with cervical cancer.  They are all under the age 30.  If you want just drop me a message I would love to talk.
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Acquired obstruction in the lower genital tract, Removal of Uterus, Diseases, or removl of ovaries, due to therapeutic use of harmones, Tumors of the ovary, Diseases and disorders affecting the Pituitary gland, adrenal cortex tumours, hyperthyroidism, , diabetes mellitus,  severe debilitating general disease, Nutritional disorders., Sometimes due to chromosomal disorders.
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Unexplained abdomenal swelling can be an early sign of ovarian cancer and with an abd. ultrasound can be ruled out along with the lab test CA-24.  Ovarian cancer can be missed in the early stages so it is best to rule out and go from there.  Is there a family history of ovarian cancer?  Are there any changes in her stool? Constipation or diarrhea?  Is the bloating constant?  Any pain?  A consultation with a physician is a good place to start and a woman of her age should have an annual OB/GYN check as well.  Best Wishes
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you can't tell without it being biopsied