Juvenile granulosa cell tumour in the third trimester of pregnancy
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.18203/2320-1770.ijrcog20200395Keywords:
Cancer, Granulosa, Juvenile, Ovary, Ovarian, PregnancyAbstract
This case report describes the rare finding of a granulosa cell tumour in the third trimester of pregnancy. The presentation, investigation, management, histopathological findings and subsequent follow up are detailed. The difficulties associated with such diagnoses in pregnancy are explored.
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