Cauda equina syndrome in an ovarian malignant-mixed müllerian tumor with leptomeningeal spread

Clin Case Rep. 2019 Oct 22;7(12):2341-2345. doi: 10.1002/ccr3.2472. eCollection 2019 Dec.

Abstract

Leptomeningeal metastasis is extremely rare in patients with ovarian cancer, but should be considered in patients presenting with neurologic deficits such as cauda equine syndrome. Given its poor prognosis and lack of data currently on management, additional studies are needed to optimize treatment regimens and improve outcomes.

Keywords: cauda equina syndrome; leptomeningeal carcinomatosis; metastasis; ovarian carcinosarcoma; ovarian malignant‐mixed müllerian tumor.

Publication types

  • Case Reports