Immunohistochemical markers in differential diagnosis of endometrial stromal sarcoma and leiomyosarcoma in an endometrial polyp: A case report


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Article type :

Case Report

Author :

Shana Nikhat Khan, Ekta Patidar, Ranjana Hawaldar*

Volume :

8

Issue :

1

Abstract :

Leiomyosarcoma is the malignant counterpart of leiomyoma. It arises from smooth muscle of the uterus and is rare tumor that account for 2-5% of all uterine malignancy. We report a case of 60 years old female who presented with post menopausal bleeding with endometrial polyp. A total abdominal hysterectomy specimen was received in our center. A differential diagnosis of leiomyosarcoma/ Endometrial stromal sarcoma was made by histopathological examination. Immunohistochemistry report confirmed the diagnosis of uterine Leiomyosarcoma.  

Keyword :

Leiomyosarcoma, Postmenopausal bleeding, Endometrial polyp, Immunohistochemistry