Role of the otolaryngologist in the treatment of struma ovarii

Laryngoscope. 2010 Feb;120(2):259-60. doi: 10.1002/lary.20733.

Abstract

Struma ovarii, a rare germ cell tumor of the ovary composed of >50% thyroid tissue, is traditionally managed by gynecologic surgeons. Although struma ovarii is typically cured by simple excision, otolaryngology-head and neck surgeons may play a critical role in caring for these patients. In this article, we present two cases of struma ovarii and discuss the role of the otolaryngologist.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Middle Aged
  • Neoplasms, Multiple Primary / diagnosis*
  • Otolaryngology
  • Ovarian Neoplasms / diagnosis*
  • Ovarian Neoplasms / secondary
  • Ovarian Neoplasms / surgery
  • Struma Ovarii / diagnosis*
  • Struma Ovarii / surgery
  • Thyroid Neoplasms / diagnosis
  • Thyroid Neoplasms / pathology
  • Thyroid Neoplasms / surgery