Serous cystadenocarcinoma
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Serous cystadenocarcinoma is a type of tumor in the cystadenocarcinoma
grouping.
Most commonly the primary site of serous cystadenocarcinoma is the ovary. Rare occurrence in the pancreas has been reported, although it is an atypical location with the majority of microcystic pancreatic masses representing alternate disease processes such as the more benign serous cystadenoma. .
Cystadenocarcinoma
Cystadenocarcinoma is a malignant form of a cystadenoma and is a malignant neoplasm derived from glandular epithelium, in which cystic accumulations of retained secretions are formed. The neoplastic cells manifest varying degrees of anaplasia and invasiveness, and local extension and metastases occur...
grouping.
Most commonly the primary site of serous cystadenocarcinoma is the ovary. Rare occurrence in the pancreas has been reported, although it is an atypical location with the majority of microcystic pancreatic masses representing alternate disease processes such as the more benign serous cystadenoma. .