Xanthogranulomatous Oophoritis Parodying as Ovarian Neoplasm: A Rare Case Report

Ankita Pranab Mandal, Santhi Vissa, Aruna K. Prayaga, N Rukmangadha
In: International Journal of Advanced Medical and Health Research · 2025 · vol. 12(2) , pp. 114–116 · doi:10.4103/ijamr.ijamr_91_25 · W7117484235
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Abstract

Xanthogranulomatous inflammation of the ovary is a benign chronic inflammatory process destroying the normal anatomy of the organ, characterized by the presence of foamy histiocytes, plasma cells, fibroblasts, neutrophils, giant cells, and foci of necrosis. In the female genital tract, xanthogranulomatous inflammation involves the endometrium, fallopian tubes, or ovaries, affecting them locally or completely. Xanthogranulomatous oophoritis is a rare entity, and so its detailed incidence, long-term prognosis, and recurrence rates are not well known. Precisely diagnosing this condition is very essential to decide the best choice of management and to avoid surgical over- or undertreatment. This entity of chronic inflammation, correlating with the unique histopathological features and the necessity for surgical management, claims additional research work to unveil the risk factors and improved insight into the underlying pathogenesis. Here, we report a rare case of endometriosis associated with xanthogranulomatous oophoritis in a 47-year-old female.

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