Ovarian cystadenofibroma: A masquerader of malignancy

Indian J Radiol Imaging. 2010 Nov;20(4):297-9. doi: 10.4103/0971-3026.73538.

Abstract

Ovarian cystadenofibroma is a relatively rare benign ovarian tumor that contains both epithelial and fibrous stromal components. The appearance of cystadenofibroma on imaging is often complex; cystic- to solid-appearing masses may be visualized and it often resembles a malignant tumor. Owing to the fibrous component of this tumor, MRI shows low-signal intensity on T2W images. This finding may help a radiologist make a preoperative diagnosis of this tumor and thus perhaps avoid aggressive surgical management.

Keywords: Magnetic resonance imaging; ovarian cystadenofibroma; sonography.

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