Cellular Pseudosarcomatous Fibroepithelial Stromal Polyp of the Vagina during Pregnancy: A Lesion That Is Overdiagnosed as a Malignant Tumor

Joon Seon Song, Dong Eun Song, Kyu Rae Kim, Jae Y. Ro

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Abstract

Fibroepithelial stromal polyp (FSP) is a benign lesion that can occur at various sites, including the lower female genital tract. In rare cases, however, it may exhibit hypercellularity, bizarre cytomorphological features, and atypical mitoses resulting in an overdiagnosis as a malignant tumor despite its benign clinical course. Recently, we experienced one case of a 30-year-old pregnant woman with cellular pseudosarcomatous FSP that was initially diagnosed as a malignant fibrous histiocytoma at a primary clinic. In addition to describing the rare features of this case, we wish to increase awareness about this benign lesion which will be essential for avoiding unnecessary radical surgery or chemoradiation treatment.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)494-498
Number of pages5
JournalKorean Journal of Pathology
Volume46
Issue number5
DOIs
StatePublished - 2012

Keywords

  • Fibroepithelial polyp
  • Pregnancy
  • Vagina

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Pathology and Forensic Medicine

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