Vaginal adenocarcinoma developing in residual pelvic endometriosis: A clinical dilemma

James W. Orr, J W Orr, Orr JW Jr, Holimon JL, James L. Holimon, J L Holimon, Pam F. Sisson, P F Sisson, Sisson PF
Gynecologic Oncology · 1989 · vol. 33(1) , pp. 96–98 · doi:10.1016/0090-8258(89)90611-2 · PMID:2703173 · W2050911052
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This case report describes a rare instance of vaginal adenocarcinoma arising in residual pelvic endometriosis, highlighting a challenging clinical scenario.

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Abstract

The clinical history of a patient with pelvic adenocarcinoma arising in residual endometriosis is reported. Detailed literature review fails to outline an optimal treatment strategy; however, thoughts concerning staging and treatment are presented.

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endometriosis

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Adenocarcinoma Adenocarcinoma Adenocarcinoma Endometriosis Endometriosis Endometriosis Neoplasms, Multiple Primary Pelvic Neoplasms Pelvic Neoplasms Pelvic Neoplasms Vaginal Neoplasms Vaginal Neoplasms Vaginal Neoplasms Female Humans Middle Aged

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