Keywords
Mature cystic teratoma; Ovarian germ cell neoplasm
Abstract
Introduction: Mature Cystic Teratomas (MCTs) comprise the most common subset of germ cell neoplasms, especially in the pediatric population. Presentation of this tumor in children under the age of 6 is exceedingly rare.
Case: A 2-year-old girl presented with increasing abdominal pain and distension and underwent a CT that was suspicious for a teratoma. The diagnosis was confirmed by subsequent pathological examination after postoperative removal.
Discussion: Various laboratory and imaging studies can be used to diagnose MCTs. Clinically significant complications such as ovarian torsion and impact on future fertility must be considered when planning treatment options.
Conclusion: Though not previously reported in the literature, ovarian MCTs can present in a child as young as 2 years old.
Citation
Davis J, Chatterjee T, Abuhantesh A, Meller J and Nirgiotis J. Mature Cystic Teratoma in a 2 Year Old: A Case Report. SM J Case Rep. 2017; 3(3): 1051.