Abstract

Granulosa cell tumors (GCTs) are uncommon ovarian neoplasms that account for 2% 5% of ovarian malignancies. GCTs are of two types; one is the adult type seen among peri menopausal women and another is juvenile type seen among prepubertal girls and in women aged less than 30 years of age. Adult granulosa cell tumors are more commoner than juvenile type. We present a case of GCTs of the ovary in post-menopausal women who presented to us with post-menopausal bleeding. On further evaluation, a solid mass is noted in the right ovary. Endometrial biopsy revealed disordered proliferative endometrium. She underwent staging laparotomy, and Intraoperatively, the right ovary is replaced with a 10x8 cm solid mass and capsular breech is noted. Histopathology of the specimen revealed a Granulosa cell tumor, stage IC2. Postoperatively, she received adjuvant chemotherapy with Carboplatin and Paclitaxel for 6 cycles and she is under follow-up.

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