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Arrhenoblastoma of ovary

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Alternative Names   

Stromal tumor; Gonadal stromal tumor; Sex cord tumor; Androblastoma

Definition    Return to top

Arrhenoblastoma of the ovary is an ovarian tumor that releases the male hormone, testosterone, or other hormones.

Causes    Return to top

This is a rare tumor. It accounts for less than 0.5% of all ovarian tumors.

These tumors are found in women of all age groups, but are most common in young women.

Symptoms    Return to top

This tumor releases male hormones, which causes the following symptoms in women:

Exams and Tests    Return to top

Treatment    Return to top

Surgery is the main treatment. If the cancer has spread, chemotherapy or radiation therapy should be considered.

Support Groups    Return to top

You can ease the stress of illness by joining a support group where members share common experiences and problems. See cancer - support group.

Outlook (Prognosis)    Return to top

The outcome of this disease depends on whether it has spread, and whether surgery can completely remove the tumor. The overall 5-year survival rate is 70 - 90%.

Arrhenoblastoma has a low chance of spreading. If the tumor is found early, the cure rate can be very good.

Possible Complications    Return to top

When to Contact a Medical Professional    Return to top

Call your health care provider if you are a woman experiencing masculine symptoms, or you feel a lump near your ovaries.

Prevention    Return to top

There is no good screening test. Getting a gynecological exam each year and recognizing masculine symptoms can help detect the disease.

Update Date: 6/10/2008

Updated by: David C. Dugdale, III, MD, Professor of Medicine, Division of General Medicine, Department of Medicine, University of Washington School of Medicine; and James R. Mason, MD, Oncologist, Director, Blood and Marrow Transplantation Program and Stem Cell Processing Lab, Scripps Clinic, Torrey Pines, California. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.

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