Mohammed Alnaggar, Mueataz A Mahyoub, Nabil Alshargabi, Li Gong
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Abstract
Introduction: Struma ovarii is an uncommon ovarian tumor primarily composed of thyroid tissue, accounting for approximately 1-3% of ovarian teratomas.
Case presentation: We present the case of a 68-year-old Chinese female patient presenting with recurrent urethral outlet tumescence and an adnexal mass, whose diagnosis was established through ultrasonography, pelvic computed tomography, and magnetic resonance imaging. Subsequently, the patient underwent laparoscopic left adnexectomy, and histopathological examination confirmed the presence of struma ovarii in the left ovary.
Conclusion: Struma ovarii poses unique diagnostic and management challenges owing to its rarity. A multidisciplinary approach incorporating clinical, imaging, and histological evaluations is essential for accurate diagnosis and optimal treatment outcomes. Surgical excision remains the cornerstone of treatment, typically resulting in a favorable prognosis when performed promptly and appropriately.
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JMCR is an open access, peer-reviewed online journal that will consider any original case report that expands the field of general medical knowledge. Reports should show one of the following: 1. Unreported or unusual side effects or adverse interactions involving medications 2. Unexpected or unusual presentations of a disease 3. New associations or variations in disease processes 4. Presentations, diagnoses and/or management of new and emerging diseases 5. An unexpected association between diseases or symptoms 6. An unexpected event in the course of observing or treating a patient 7. Findings that shed new light on the possible pathogenesis of a disease or an adverse effect