Clinical presentation and diagnosis of uterine sarcoma, including imaging

Tzu I. Wu; Tzu Chen Yen; Chyong Huey Lai

doi:10.1016/j.bpobgyn.2011.07.002

Clinical presentation and diagnosis of uterine sarcoma, including imaging

Tzu I. Wu, Tzu Chen Yen, Chyong Huey Lai

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Abstract

Uterine sarcomas are uncommon tumours from mesenchymal elements. They are thought to arise primarily from endometrial stroma and uterine muscle, respectively. When endometrial stroma undergoes malignant transformation, it might be accompanied by a malignant epithelial component. Thus, malignant mesenchymal uterine tumours comprise leiomyosarcoma, endometrial stromal sarcoma, undifferentiated uterine sarcoma and carcinosarcoma. In this chapter, we discusses preoperative presentation, diagnosis and current progress in different imaging modalities, including ultrasonography, computed tomography, magnetic resonance image and positron emission tomography scan. We summarise advances in new technology, which might improve preoperative detection and enhance referral to gynaecologic oncologists for optimal staging surgery and treatment.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	681-689
Number of pages	9
Journal	Best Practice and Research: Clinical Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Volume	25
Issue number	6
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.bpobgyn.2011.07.002
Publication status	Published - Dec 2011
Externally published	Yes

Keywords

diagnosis
magnetic resonance imaging
positron emission tomography
ultrasonography
uterine sarcoma

ASJC Scopus subject areas

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

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Clinical presentation and diagnosis of uterine sarcoma, including imaging

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