Intermediate
Technical
IVT
mucinous adenocarcinoma
Ovarian cancer subtype producing mucin, often large and unilateral at presentation.
Full Definition
Mucinous adenocarcinoma is a rare histological subtype of epithelial ovarian cancer that comprises less than 5% of all ovarian cancers. These tumors are characterized by mucin-producing epithelial cells and typically present as large, unilateral masses. Primary mucinous ovarian carcinomas must be distinguished from metastatic mucinous carcinomas, particularly from gastrointestinal primary sites, as treatment approaches differ significantly.
Usage
Usage note: Always differentiate primary from metastatic mucinous tumors.
In Context
- "The 25-cm right ovarian mass was diagnosed as primary mucinous adenocarcinoma." — pathology report
- "Immunohistochemistry helped distinguish primary ovarian mucinous adenocarcinoma from metastatic disease." — diagnostic workup
Also known as
mucinous carcinoma
Contrasted with
non-mucinous carcinoma
Don't confuse with
metastatic mucinous carcinoma
mucinous cystadenoma