Dysgerminoma: A Rare Case of Malignant Ovarian Tumor

Authors

  • Syeda Noorjahan Karim Associate Professor, Department of Pathology, Gazi Medical College, Khulna, Bangladesh. https://orcid.org/0009-0005-6646-585X
  • Halima Khatun Assistant Professor, Department of Pathology, Khwaja Younus Medical College, Sirajganj, Bangladesh.
  • Purabi Sarker Associate Professor and Head, Department of Pathology, Ad-din Akij Medical College, Khulna, Bangladesh.
  • Amina Jannat Peea Associate Professor and Head, Department of Gynaecology & Obstetrics, Gazi Medical College Hospital, Khulna, Bangladesh.
  • Banga Kamal Basu Professor & Ex-Head, Department of Surgery, Gazi Medical College Hospital, Khulna, Bangladesh.

Keywords:

Dysgerminoma, Ovarian tumour

Abstract

Background: Dysgerminoma is a germ cell tumor of the ovary, most commonly occurring in young females. Regarding behavior, it’s a malignant tumor. But early diagnosis usually leads to a good prognosis.

Case summary: A 23-year-old female presented with lower abdominal pain, anorexia, weight loss, and on clinical examination palpable mass in the left lower abdomen. Ultrasound showed a large, irregular, lobulated solid mass (measuring 22×21cm) on the left ovary and mild ascites. A surgical approach was decided as the first-line treatment.  Microscopic aspects were consistent with dysgerminoma. There was no metastasis.

Conclusion: Dysgerminoma usually has a favorable prognosis if diagnosed early. Histopathological confirmation and staging are necessary for further management.

Mediscope 2025;12(2): 84-87

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2025-09-16

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Dysgerminoma: A Rare Case of Malignant Ovarian Tumor. (2025). Mediscope, 12(2), 84-87. https://doi.org/10.3329/mediscope.v12i2.84137

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Vol. 12 No. 2 (2025)

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Case Reports

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Dysgerminoma: A Rare Case of Malignant Ovarian Tumor. (2025). Mediscope, 12(2), 84-87. https://doi.org/10.3329/mediscope.v12i2.84137