Xanthogranulomatous oophoritis mimicking a dermoid cyst with ovarian torsion: A case report and review of the literature

Xanthogranulomatous oophoritis (XO) is a rare pseudotumor representing a destructive chronic inflammatory process often mistaken for malignancy or tubo-ovarian abscess. Xanthogranulomatous inflammation is most commonly seen in the kidneys and gallbladder and very rarely affects the genitourinary sys...

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Main Authors: Carrie A. Sibbald, Laura G. Cooney, Ross J. Molot, Daniel L. Pellicer
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Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2024-06-01
Series:Case Reports in Women's Health
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Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2214911224000249
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author Carrie A. Sibbald
Laura G. Cooney
Ross J. Molot
Daniel L. Pellicer
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description Xanthogranulomatous oophoritis (XO) is a rare pseudotumor representing a destructive chronic inflammatory process often mistaken for malignancy or tubo-ovarian abscess. Xanthogranulomatous inflammation is most commonly seen in the kidneys and gallbladder and very rarely affects the genitourinary system. Definitive treatment is with surgical removal of affected tissue.This report presents the case of a 42-year-old woman with an 8 cm complex right adnexal cyst concerning for a dermoid cyst presenting with intermittent torsion. Final pathology after right salpingo-oophorectomy demonstrated xanthogranulomatous oophoritis.This case is of clinical significance for distinguishing the condition from common benign pathology or cancer since the recommended surgical procedure is different than for a dermoid cyst or malignancy. Correct identification of the condition is crucial for appropriate treatment and to avoid unnecessary morbid procedures if the mass is mistaken for malignancy or future repeat surgery if mistaken for a dermoid cyst or other common benign condition. This case documents the presentation of xanthogranulomatous oophoritis masquerading as a dermoid cyst for a condition with very few reported cases worldwide.
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spelling doaj.art-8709f7460efd4f23a9999dc7c8d95c5b2024-04-07T04:35:44ZengElsevierCase Reports in Women's Health2214-91122024-06-0142e00603Xanthogranulomatous oophoritis mimicking a dermoid cyst with ovarian torsion: A case report and review of the literatureCarrie A. Sibbald0Laura G. Cooney1Ross J. Molot2Daniel L. Pellicer3Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Wisconsin, Madison, WI, USA; Corresponding author at: 202 S. Park St., Madison, WI 53715, USA.Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Wisconsin, Madison, WI, USADepartment of Pathology, SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital, Madison, WI, USADepartment of Obstetrics and Gynecology, SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital, Madison, WI, USAXanthogranulomatous oophoritis (XO) is a rare pseudotumor representing a destructive chronic inflammatory process often mistaken for malignancy or tubo-ovarian abscess. Xanthogranulomatous inflammation is most commonly seen in the kidneys and gallbladder and very rarely affects the genitourinary system. Definitive treatment is with surgical removal of affected tissue.This report presents the case of a 42-year-old woman with an 8 cm complex right adnexal cyst concerning for a dermoid cyst presenting with intermittent torsion. Final pathology after right salpingo-oophorectomy demonstrated xanthogranulomatous oophoritis.This case is of clinical significance for distinguishing the condition from common benign pathology or cancer since the recommended surgical procedure is different than for a dermoid cyst or malignancy. Correct identification of the condition is crucial for appropriate treatment and to avoid unnecessary morbid procedures if the mass is mistaken for malignancy or future repeat surgery if mistaken for a dermoid cyst or other common benign condition. This case documents the presentation of xanthogranulomatous oophoritis masquerading as a dermoid cyst for a condition with very few reported cases worldwide.http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2214911224000249Xanthogranulomatous oophoritisAdnexal massOvaryGynecologic pathologyInflammation
spellingShingle Carrie A. Sibbald
Laura G. Cooney
Ross J. Molot
Daniel L. Pellicer
Xanthogranulomatous oophoritis mimicking a dermoid cyst with ovarian torsion: A case report and review of the literature
Case Reports in Women's Health
Xanthogranulomatous oophoritis
Adnexal mass
Ovary
Gynecologic pathology
Inflammation
title Xanthogranulomatous oophoritis mimicking a dermoid cyst with ovarian torsion: A case report and review of the literature
title_full Xanthogranulomatous oophoritis mimicking a dermoid cyst with ovarian torsion: A case report and review of the literature
title_fullStr Xanthogranulomatous oophoritis mimicking a dermoid cyst with ovarian torsion: A case report and review of the literature
title_full_unstemmed Xanthogranulomatous oophoritis mimicking a dermoid cyst with ovarian torsion: A case report and review of the literature
title_short Xanthogranulomatous oophoritis mimicking a dermoid cyst with ovarian torsion: A case report and review of the literature
title_sort xanthogranulomatous oophoritis mimicking a dermoid cyst with ovarian torsion a case report and review of the literature
topic Xanthogranulomatous oophoritis
Adnexal mass
Ovary
Gynecologic pathology
Inflammation
url http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2214911224000249
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