Thecoma
Thecoma
Thecoma (pronounced: thee-KOH-muh) is a type of ovarian tumor that originates from the theca cells of the ovary. The term "thecoma" is derived from the Greek word "thēkē," meaning "sheath," and the suffix "-oma," which is used to denote a tumor.
Definition
A thecoma is a benign, hormone-producing tumor that is typically found in postmenopausal women. It is part of a larger group of tumors known as sex cord-stromal tumors, which account for approximately 8% of all ovarian tumors.
Symptoms
The most common symptom of a thecoma is endometrial hyperplasia, which can lead to abnormal uterine bleeding. Other symptoms may include pelvic pain or a palpable mass. However, many thecomas are asymptomatic and are discovered incidentally during pelvic examinations or imaging studies.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of a thecoma is typically made through a combination of clinical history, physical examination, imaging studies such as ultrasound or CT scan, and histopathological examination of the tumor.
Treatment
Treatment for a thecoma typically involves surgical removal of the tumor. In some cases, additional treatment such as hormone therapy may be necessary.
Prognosis
The prognosis for a woman with a thecoma is generally good, as these tumors are typically benign and slow-growing. However, regular follow-up is necessary to monitor for potential recurrence.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Thecoma
- Wikipedia's article - Thecoma
This WikiMD dictionary article is a stub. You can help make it a full article.
Languages: - East Asian
中文,
日本,
한국어,
South Asian
हिन्दी,
Urdu,
বাংলা,
తెలుగు,
தமிழ்,
ಕನ್ನಡ,
Southeast Asian
Indonesian,
Vietnamese,
Thai,
မြန်မာဘာသာ,
European
español,
Deutsch,
français,
русский,
português do Brasil,
Italian,
polski