Immature Teratoma and Mature Cystic Teratoma

Authors

  • Nova Fenita Sari Anatomical Pathology Department, Faculty of Medicine, Andalas University, Dr. M. Djamil Central General Hospital Padang
  • RZ Nizar Anatomical Pathology Department, Faculty of Medicine, Andalas University, Dr. M. Djamil Central General Hospital Padang

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.25077/aoj.5.2.139-147.2021

Abstract

Introduction : Germ cell tumors arise from primordial germ cells and account for about 30% of all ovarian tumors. More than 95% of this group are benign dermoid cysts (mature cystic teratoma) and the remaining 5% are malignant. Ovarian teratomas represent 15% to 20% of ovarian germ cell tumors. Teratomas are classified as mature or immature and often consist of several embryological layers. While the mature type is benign, the immature type is more aggressive.

Objective : Based on the above, this article will review about immature teratoma and mature cystic teratoma of the ovary.

Material and methods : The method of writing this scientific paper is a literature review. The data used are sourced from relevant literature and in accordance with the topics discussed.

Result : Teratomas are a common form of germ cell tumors. Teratomas are histologically defined as tumors containing tissue derived from all germ cell layers: ectoderm, mesoderm, and endoderm. Teratomas are classified as immature teratoma, mature teratoma and monodermal teratoma.

Conclusion : Teratomas are usually asymptomatic and if there are symptoms, they tend to be non-specific. In patients with no residual tumor after surgery, the survival rate is 90-100%.

Keywords: Teratoma, Immature Teratoma, Mature Cystic Teratoma

Author Biography

Nova Fenita Sari, Anatomical Pathology Department, Faculty of Medicine, Andalas University, Dr. M. Djamil Central General Hospital Padang

Department of anatomical pathology

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2021-08-02

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Vol. 5 No. 2 (2021)

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LITERATURE REVIEW

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