CT diagnosis of ovarian endometrioid carcinoma

Objective To explore the diagnostic value of CT for ovarian endometrioid carcinoma.Methods CT findings in 23patients with ovarian endometrioid carcinoma confirmed by surgery and pathology were analyzed retrospectively.Results Among 23patients,associated endometriosis and adenomyosis were found in 7cases,endometrial hyperplasia in one case,endometrial cancer in 5cases.The lesions were round,oval,lobulated cystic-solid or solid formation with thick or thin septa,nodule,papilla and irregular solid regions.Heterogeneous enhancement was observed,which was equivalent or slightly higher than the muscles.Conclusion CT characteristics can aid in diagnosis of ovarian endometrioid carcinoma,while definite diagnosis relies on combination of clinical features and pathology examination.