Abnormal Elevated CA 19-9 in the Dermoid Cyst: A Sign of the Ovarian Torsion?
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- 11 June 2013
- journal article
- case report
- Published by Hindawi Limited in Case Reports in Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Vol. 2013, 1-2
- https://doi.org/10.1155/2013/860505
Abstract
Dermoid cyst is the most common germ cell tumor of the ovary containing various tissue elements. Ovarian torsion is a common complication of which ultrasonographic diagnosis is confusing. We report here a 14-year-old adolescent with painless torsion of the ovary including dermoid cyst and with abnormal elevated CA 19-9 serum levels. Elevated CA 19-9 level may be related to ovarian torsion and may predict the extent of tissue necrosis.Keywords
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