Sclerosing Stromal Tumor of Ovary - A Rare Ovarian Disease Presenting With Hyperandrogenism: A Case Report

Nandita Biswas; Arup Jyoti Rout; Saif Omar

Nandita Biswas Tutor, Department of Gynaecology & Obstetrics
Arup Jyoti Rout Post Graduate Trainee, Department of Community Medicine
Saif Omar Associate Professor, Department of Anatomy

Keywords: Hormone, Neoplasm, Ovary

Abstract

Sclerosing stromal tumor is a rare benign tumor of ovary with the peak incidence during second and third decades of life.
Pathologically, it is distinguished from other ovarian stromal tumors by the presence of plenty of collagen and a pseudo lobular
pattern. The cellular areas are separated by edematous and collagenous strands. Majority of patients presents with menstrual
irregularities, pelvic pain and abdominal lump. Though the tumors mostly do not produce hormones, both elevated estrogenic and
androgenic hormone production has been documented in few cases. This high hormone levels and menstrual problem usually
resolves after correcting surgery. No recurrence is often reported. In our case, the lady presented with amenorrhea, hirsuitism
and a huge lower abdominal mass. Serum testosterone level was elevated, other hormonal levels were within normal limits.

Author Biographies

Nandita Biswas, Tutor, Department of Gynaecology & Obstetrics

North Bengal Medical College & Hospital, Sushrutanagar, Darjeeling, West Bengal, India

Arup Jyoti Rout, Post Graduate Trainee, Department of Community Medicine

Mata Gujri Memorial Medical College, Kishanganj, Bihar, India

Saif Omar, Associate Professor, Department of Anatomy

Katihar Medical College, Katihar, Bihar, India

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