A nationwide study of granulosa cell tumors in pre- and postpubertal girls: missed diagnosis of endocrine manifestations worsens prognosis.
- Authors
- Type
- Published Article
- Journal
- Journal of pediatric endocrinology & metabolism : JPEM
- Publication Date
- Jan 01, 2005
- Volume
- 18
- Issue
- 1
- Pages
- 25–31
- Identifiers
- PMID: 15679066
- Source
- Medline
- License
- Unknown
Abstract
This study highlights the critical role of early diagnosis of OGCT in pre- and postpubertal girls, particularly at the first seemingly banal signs of endocrine disorder. Peritoneal spread of the tumor may thereby be prevented, which improves the prognosis.