Abstract
Dysgenetic streak gonads were removed laparoscopically from a phenotypic female with Swyer syndrome (ie, XY karyotype, sexual infantilism, primary amenorrhea, and müllerian structures). Pathologic examination revealed a small (3 mm) gonadoblastoma in one of her gonads without evidence of malignant transformation. The patient tolerated the procedure well and was back at work the next day. We propose that laparoscopy is a safe, cost-effective, and simple procedure to perform on individuals requiring prophylactic gonadectomy for the prevention of neoplasia. (Obstet Gynecol 1992;79:842-4)
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 842-844 |
Number of pages | 3 |
Journal | Obstetrics and gynecology |
Volume | 79 |
Issue number | 5 |
State | Published - May 1992 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Obstetrics and Gynecology