18F FDG positron-emission tomography findings of gliomatosis peritonei: A case report and review of the literature

Highlights • Gliomatosis peritonei (GP) is a rare benign complication of ovarian teratomas that does not impact overall survival. • GP exhibits high 18-F FDG uptake unlike other non-malignant forms of mature teratoma. • The specific characteristics of GP on functional imaging may be used to follow i...

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Published in:Gynecologic oncology reports 2017-05, Vol.20 (C), p.105-107
Main Authors: Lavoie, J.-M, Lacroix-Poisson, F, Hoang, L.N, Wilson, D.C, Seckl, M.J, Tinker, A.V
Format: Article
Language:English
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Case Report
Hematology, Oncology and Palliative Medicine
Obstetrics and Gynecology
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Summary:Highlights • Gliomatosis peritonei (GP) is a rare benign complication of ovarian teratomas that does not impact overall survival. • GP exhibits high 18-F FDG uptake unlike other non-malignant forms of mature teratoma. • The specific characteristics of GP on functional imaging may be used to follow it with active surveillance in select cases.
ISSN:2352-5789
2352-5789
DOI:10.1016/j.gore.2017.03.018