Elevated CA 125 level in a mucinous cystadenoma and a teratoma: a case report

ConclusionRarely, teratomas and mucinous cystadenomas may also give rise to an extremely high cancer antigen 125 level. The risk of malignancy index and risk of malignancy algorithm may both be misleading in these instances. Therefore, multidisciplinary input, fertility-sparing surgery, and follow-up are paramount to achieve optimal treatment and patient satisfaction.
Source: Journal of Medical Case Reports - Category: General Medicine Source Type: research