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Teratoma
Medical Questions » Teratoma
| Name: Teratoma |
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| An uncommon and unusual form of cancer that occurs in the ovaries or testes. |
Causes of Teratoma
As the ovaries are the source of eggs, and the testes of sperm, that are used for fertilization and growth into new humans, the cells in the ovary and testes, when cancerous may develop into many different types of tissue. All types of strange tissue may develop in the tumor, including gland tissue, muscle tissue, skin and even teeth. |
Symptoms of Teratoma
In women, symptoms are often minimal until the cancer is quite large, or bleeding occurs into it to cause an abdominal lump or pain. Men feel a hard, tender lump in a testicle. |
Tests for Teratoma
Diagnosed by X-ray, CT scan and biopsy of the tumor. |
Treatment for Teratoma
Surgical removal of the cancer and surrounding tissue is usually all that is necessary.
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Complications of Teratoma of its treatment
Rarely, an aggressive cancer may be present, that spreads to other parts of the body. |
Likely Outcome of Teratoma
The overall cure rate is close to 90%. |
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