Teratoma classification
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Masoud Bitarafan, M.D[[2]]Amandeep Singh M.D.[3]
Overview
Teratomas are germ cell tumor that can be classified in different ways. On the basis of site of origin, they are classified into Sacrococcygeal teratoma, mediastinal teratoma and ovarian teratoma. Historically they are classified as mature teratomas and immature teratomas. They are further classified based on the malignant potential into benign and malignant tumors and latter is called as teratocarcinomas.
Classification
- Teratomas are classifiable based on different general characteristics and site of origin.[1][2]
- Sacrococcygeal teratoma
- Mediastinal teratoma
- Ovarian teratoma
- Historically teratomas were classified as:[2]
- mature
- immature
- In adults teratomas likely demonstrate malignant inclination and behavior. In Children, different tumors from various origins are reported, while predominantly we may see sacrococcygeal tumors.
- We can also classify teratomas to benign and malignant tumors. The malignant types are named teratocarcinomas.
References
- ↑ "Teratomas: A Multimodality Review - ScienceDirect".
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 Harms D, Zahn S, Göbel U, Schneider DT (2006). "Pathology and molecular biology of teratomas in childhood and adolescence". Klin Padiatr. 218 (6): 296–302. doi:10.1055/s-2006-942271. PMID 17080330.