Krukenberg tumor of ovary with features of mucinous cystadenocarcinoma

Indian J Cancer. 1999 Jun-Dec;36(2-4):205-7.

Abstract

An unusual case of bilateral Krukenberg tumors having a predominant multicystic mucinous component which on gross and microscopic examination resembled a mucinous cystadenocarcinoma is presented. It is important to distinguish between these two tumors as Krukenberg tumours have a significantly worse prognosis.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Cystadenocarcinoma, Mucinous / diagnosis*
  • Cystadenocarcinoma, Mucinous / pathology
  • Diagnosis, Differential
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Krukenberg Tumor / diagnosis*
  • Krukenberg Tumor / pathology
  • Middle Aged
  • Ovarian Neoplasms / diagnosis*
  • Ovarian Neoplasms / pathology