Yolk Sac Tumor in a 43-Year-Old Woman
Chijioke O. Ezeigwe, Uchenna D. Okudo, Onyeka C. Ekwebene, Emmanuel C. Egwuatu, Daniel C. Anyiam, Jerome C. Okudo, Oyetokunbo Ibidapo-Obe, George U. Eleje, Charlotte B. Oguejiofor, Nkejesus C. Obi, Victor K. Nwodo
International Journal of Medical and Pharmaceutical Case Reports · pp. 60–63 · Published 18 Oct 2023
10.9734/ijmpcr/2023/v16i4351Abstract
Yolk sac tumors are uncommon and demonstrate rapidity in growth in young women. They are the second most common germ cell tumor following dysgerminomas. They are either pure or are associated with another form of germ cell tumor and can be highly polymorphic. Preservation of fertility is an important consideration in young patients. Chemotherapy and surgery are mainstays of treatment if patients present early. Prognosis is poor for patients who present late.
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