NCIt synonyms : Adult Type Ovarian Granulosa Cell Tumor;
NCIt related terms : Ovarian Granulosa Cell Tumor;
NCIt definition : A low-grade malignant sex cord-stromal tumor that occurs in the ovary and affects
middle aged to post-menopausal women. It is composed of granulosa cells in an often
fibrothecomatous stroma. The neoplastic cells may form various patterns including
the microfollicular, which is characterized by the presence of Call-Exner bodies,
macrofollicular, insular, trabecular, and diffuse pattern. Signs and symptoms include
abdominal mass, hemoperitoneum, and ascites. Estrogenic and rarely androgenic manifestations
may be present. The vast majority of cases present as stage I tumors; however, all
tumors have a potential for aggressive clinical course.;