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'''Omentum''' a much neglected structure. It is often removed in the context of [[gynecologic pathology|gynecologic oncology]] procedure. | '''Omentum''' a much neglected structure. It is often removed in the context of [[gynecologic pathology|gynecologic oncology]] procedure. | ||
==Grossing== | |||
*[[AFAIK]], there is no evidence-based standard; thus, the protocol differs from centre to centre. | |||
*In the context of a gynecologic malignancy/suspected gynecologic malignancy, one centre I worked at puts through six (standard) blocks if there is no gross evidence of disease. | |||
==Pathology of the omentum== | ==Pathology of the omentum== | ||
Revision as of 16:03, 18 March 2012
Omentum a much neglected structure. It is often removed in the context of gynecologic oncology procedure.
Grossing
- AFAIK, there is no evidence-based standard; thus, the protocol differs from centre to centre.
- In the context of a gynecologic malignancy/suspected gynecologic malignancy, one centre I worked at puts through six (standard) blocks if there is no gross evidence of disease.
Pathology of the omentum
Benign
Mesothelial:
Other:
Malignant
Primary:
- Malignant mesothelioma.
- Primary peritoneal serous carcinoma.
Metastatic:
See also
References
- ↑ Garbin, O.; Hummel, M.; Diana, M.; Wattiez, A.. "Solitary fibrous tumor of the great omentum.". J Minim Invasive Gynecol 18 (6): 694-5. doi:10.1016/j.jmig.2011.01.013. PMID 22024257.