Malignant rhabdoid tumor of the clitoris in an elderly patient: report of a case

Eur J Gynaecol Oncol. 2002;23(5):447-9.

Abstract

Malignant rhabdoid tumors of the vulva are rare neoplasms which most of the time show aggressive behavior and a dismal prognosis. We report a case of malignant rhabdoid tumor of the clitoris occurring in an elderly patient. Due to the similarities that these neoplasms show with other low-differentiated tumors, immunohistochemical and ultrastructural assessment should always be conducted so that accurate diagnosis is achieved. Individualized extensive surgical treatment might decrease relapsing disease.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Biopsy, Needle
  • Clitoris / pathology*
  • Female
  • Follow-Up Studies
  • Humans
  • Immunohistochemistry
  • Neoplasm Staging
  • Rhabdoid Tumor / pathology*
  • Rhabdoid Tumor / surgery
  • Risk Assessment
  • Treatment Outcome
  • Vulvar Neoplasms / pathology*
  • Vulvar Neoplasms / surgery