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A diagnostic dilemma: A rare case of an ovarian carcinoma with signet ring cells hidden behind a substantial dermatomyositis.

Authors :
Aydin AA
Ayik H
Onder AH
Ozturk B
Yildiz M
Source :
Journal of cancer research and therapeutics [J Cancer Res Ther] 2019 Oct-Dec; Vol. 15 (6), pp. 1395-1397.
Publication Year :
2019

Abstract

Dermatomyositis (DM) is a malignancy-associated inflammatory connective tissue disease which involves muscles and skin. It accompanies many cancer types. Herein, we aimed to present a 42-year-old patient with primary signet ring cell ovarian carcinoma which has not been seen hitherto. Presentation with DM induces rapid and aggressive progression and emphasizes the importance of more comprehensive malignancy screening in these patients.<br />Competing Interests: None

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
1998-4138
Volume :
15
Issue :
6
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
Journal of cancer research and therapeutics
Publication Type :
Report
Accession number :
31898679
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.4103/jcrt.JCRT_1012_16