Epithelioid sarcoma of the vulva : case study

Vulval epithelioid sarcoma is a rare, locally-aggressive malignant soft tissue tumour, which may present diagnostic difficulties, both clinically and pathologically. This can result in a delay in appropriate treatment, which consists primarily of radical wide local excision of the tumour. We report...

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Published in:Southern African journal of gynaecological oncology 2010-01, Vol.2 (1), p.30-32
Main Authors: Wu, H., Govender, D., Rogers, L.J., Denny, L.A.
Format: Article
Language:English
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Groote Schuur Hospital
University of Cape Town
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Summary:Vulval epithelioid sarcoma is a rare, locally-aggressive malignant soft tissue tumour, which may present diagnostic difficulties, both clinically and pathologically. This can result in a delay in appropriate treatment, which consists primarily of radical wide local excision of the tumour. We report a case of a recurrent epithelioid sarcoma of the vulva, with a discussion of the pathological features and management.
ISSN:2074-2835
2220-105X