Ovarian sex cord-stromal tumor: A case report and review of literature

Ovarian sex cord-stromal tumors are rare neoplasms, constituting approximately 7 % of all primary ovarian tumors. They are categorized into three main types: pure sex cord tumors, pure stromal tumors, and mixed sex cord stromal tumors. Among these, adult granulosa cell tumors are the most prevalent malignant variant. Unlike the more common ovarian epithelial cancers, sex cord stromal tumors often present in younger patients and are typically diagnosed at earlier stages, generally leading to more favorable outcomes. However, these tumors have the potential for late recurrence, with some cases reappearing up to 30 years after initial treatment. Although most sex cord stromal tumors exhibit indolent growth patterns, a subset can exhibit more aggressive behavior. This article presents a case of a 71-year-old native Moroccan woman who presented with abdominal pain and metrorrhagia and was found to have a 15 cm solid ovarian mass.