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    Ovarian Germ Cell Tumors

    Treatment (PDQ)

    SECTIONS

    General Information About Ovarian Germ Cell Tumors

    Stages of Ovarian Germ Cell Tumors

    Recurrent Ovarian Germ Cell Tumors

    Treatment Option Overview

    Treatment Options By Stage

    Treatment Options for Recurrent Ovarian Germ Cell Tumors

    To Learn More About Ovarian Germ Cell Tumors

    Changes to This Summary (09/10/2015)

    About This PDQ Summary

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    General Information About Ovarian Germ


    Cell Tumors
    KEY POINTS

    Ovarian germ cell tumor is a disease in which malignant (cancer)


    cells form in the germ (egg) cells of the ovary.

    Signs of ovarian germ cell tumor are swelling of the abdomen or


    vaginal bleeding after menopause.

    Tests that examine the ovaries, pelvic area, blood, and ovarian
    tissue are used to detect (find) and diagnose ovarian germ cell tumor.

    Certain factors affect prognosis (chance of recovery and treatment


    options).

    Ovarian germ cell tumor is a disease in which


    malignant (cancer) cells form in the germ (egg) cells
    of the ovary.

    Germ cell tumors begin in the reproductive cells (egg or sperm) of the
    body. Ovarian germ cell tumors usually occur in teenage girls or young
    women and most often affect just one ovary.
    The ovaries are a pair of organs in the female reproductive system. They
    are in the pelvis, one on each side of the uterus (the hollow, pear-shaped
    organ where a fetus grows). Each ovary is about the size and shape of an
    almond. The ovaries make eggs and female hormones.

    ENLARGE

    Anatomy of the female reproductive system. The organs in the female reproductive system
    include the uterus, ovaries, fallopian tubes, cervix, and vagina. The uterus has a muscular
    outer layer called the myometrium and an inner lining called the endometrium.

    Ovarian germ cell tumor is a general name that is used to describe


    several different types of cancer. The most common ovarian germ cell

    tumor is called dysgerminoma. See the following PDQ summaries for


    information about other types of ovarian tumors:

    Ovarian Epithelial, Fallopian Tube, and Primary Peritoneal Cancer


    Treatment

    Ovarian Low Malignant Potential Tumors Treatment

    Signs of ovarian germ cell tumor are swelling of the


    abdomen or vaginal bleeding after menopause.
    Ovarian germ cell tumors can be hard to diagnose (find) early. Often there
    are nosymptoms in the early stages, but tumors may be found during
    regular gynecologic exams (checkups). Check with your doctor if you have
    either of the following:

    Swollen abdomen without weight gain in other parts of the body.

    Bleeding from the vagina after menopause (when you are no longer
    having menstrualperiods).

    Tests that examine the ovaries, pelvic area, blood,


    and ovarian tissue are used to detect (find) and
    diagnose ovarian germ cell tumor.
    The following tests and procedures may be used:

    Physical exam and history : An exam of the body to check


    general signs of health, including checking for signs of disease, such
    as lumps or anything else that seems unusual. A history of the
    patients health habits and past illnesses and treatments will also be
    taken.
    Pelvic exam : An exam of the vagina, cervix, uterus, fallopian
    tubes, ovaries, andrectum. A speculum is inserted into the vagina and
    the doctor or nurse looks at the vagina and cervix for signs of disease.
    A Pap test of the cervix is usually done. The doctor or nurse also
    inserts one or two lubricated, gloved fingers of one hand into the
    vagina and places the other hand over the lower abdomen to feel the
    size, shape, and position of the uterus and ovaries. The doctor or
    nurse also inserts a lubricated, gloved finger into the rectum to feel

    for lumps or abnormal areas.ENLARGE

    Pelvic exam. A doctor or nurse inserts one or two lubricated, gloved fingers of one hand
    into the vagina and presses on the lower abdomen with the other hand. This is done to
    feel the size, shape, and position of the uterus and ovaries. The vagina, cervix, fallopian

    tubes, and rectum are also checked.

    Laparotomy : A surgical procedure in which an incision (cut) is


    made in the wall of theabdomen to check the inside of the abdomen
    for signs of disease. The size of the incision depends on the reason the
    laparotomy is being done. Sometimes organs are removed
    or tissue samples are taken and checked under a microscope for signs
    of disease.
    CT scan (CAT scan): A procedure that makes a series of detailed
    pictures of areas inside the body, taken from different angles. The
    pictures are made by a computer linked to an x-ray machine.
    A dye may be injected into a vein or swallowed to help the organs or

    tissues show up more clearly. This procedure is also called computed


    tomography, computerized tomography, or computerized axial
    tomography.
    Serum tumor marker test : A procedure in which a sample
    of blood is checked to measure the amounts of certain substances
    released into the blood by organs, tissues, or tumor cells in the body.
    Certain substances are linked to specific types of cancer when found
    in increased levels in the blood. These are called tumor markers. An
    increased level of alpha fetoprotein (AFP) or human chorionic
    gonadotropin (HCG) in the blood may be a sign of ovarian germ cell
    tumor.

    Certain factors affect prognosis (chance of recovery


    and treatment options).
    The prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options depend on the
    following:

    The type of cancer.

    The size of the tumor.

    The stage of cancer (whether it affects part of the ovary, involves


    the whole ovary, or has spread to other places in the body).

    The way the cancer cells look under a microscope.

    The patients general health.

    Ovarian germ cell tumors are usually cured if found and treated early.
    Next section >
    Stages of Ovarian Germ Cell Tumors
    Updated: September 10, 2015

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