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Coexisting intraepithelial serous carcinomas of the endometrium and fallopian tube: frequency and potential significance.
International journal of gynecological pathology : official journal of the International Society of Gynecological Pathologists - 1 Jul 2009
Jarboe Elke A, Miron Alexander, Carlson Joseph W, Hirsch Michelle S, Kindelberger David, Mutter George L, Crum Christopher P, Nucci Marisa R
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SUMMARY: Most serous adenocarcinomas involving both the endometrium and ovary are presumed to arise in the endometrium. Recently, serous tubal intraepithelial carcinoma (STIC) has been implicated in the pathogenesis of pelvic serous carcinoma. This study explored the potential relationship between STIC and uterine serous carcinoma. Twenty-two consecutive cases of serous carcinoma involving the endometrium were...
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