Ovarian cancers: a rainbow to explore

Background: The 3 major types of ovarian tumors are epithelial, sex cord, and germ cell. Epithelial cell tumors represent the majority of all ovarian neoplasms (82%).
Although rare, dysgerminomas are important irrespective of incidence because they most commonly affect women of reproductive age (ie, < 30 y). In fact, dysgerminomas make up two thirds of all malignant ovarian neoplasms in women younger than 20 years. Moreover, once diagnosed, dysgerminomas respond well to therapy, potentially sparing patients from infertility and early mortality.
Methods: Cases of ovarian malignancies were identified from the year 2017-2018 at Era Lucknow Medical College and Hospital. Patient records and pathology were reviewed.
Results: All the cases reviewed had varied presentation.
Conclusion: Many times, patients who are thought to have benign mass comes out to be malignant. Thus, with patient coming with vague complaints, we need to be more vigilant regarding our workup and management.