Definition:
A Krukenberg tumor is a secondary ovarian abnormality in which an ovarian tumor grows in the gastrointestinal tract. These tumors are characterized by the presence of mucin-secreting signet-ring cells in the ovarian tissues.
Diagnosis:
The tumor can be diagnosed through CT scans, biopsy of the ovary and laparotomy.
Treatment:
The Krukenberg tumor is a secondary tumor; therefore it can only be treated once the primary tumor is found and has been removed.
Symptoms and Signs:
Patients with the tumor often complain about pain in the abdomen or pelvis, vaginal bleeding, bloatedness and discomfort during intercourse.
Causes:
The causes for the development of the Krukenberg tumor are either due to lymphatic abnormalities in the ovaries, or metastasis of the tumor cells found in the stomach.
The information on this site is for research purposes only and can not substitute for the advice of a medical professional. Ailments.com is not run by doctors and does not engage in the practice of medicine. Our site is not a medical authority, it is just a research tool for you to use in preparation for consulting with a doctor. We can not guarantee our information is accurate or up to date. Even if a statement made about a medical condition is accurate, it may not apply to you or your symptoms, so you should always consult a doctor. Nothing on our site should be construed as an attempt to offer or render a medical opinion or otherwise engage in the practice of medicine.
