Primary transitional cell carcinoma of the fallopian tube

Abstract

Primary fallopian tube carcinoma is rare among primary malignant neoplasms of
the genital tract. It accounts for approximately 1% of all malignant neoplasms of
the female reproductive tract and is most common in menopausal women. A very
rare histologic variant that may involve the fallopian tube is primary transitional
cell carcinoma. It resembles epithelial ovarian cancer histologically and clinically.
However, patients often have non-specific symptoms. Preoperative diagnosis is
difficult due to the lack of specific diagnostic elements and the fact that it is rarely
considered preoperatively. Diagnosis is usually based on histopathologic findings.
In comparison to typical fallopian tube adenocarcinoma, this carcinoma is probably
not as aggressive, has a better response to chemotherapy and a good prognosis
compared to epithelial ovarian carcinoma. It is important to consider primary tumors
of the fallopian tube in the differential diagnosis of pelvic tumors. A case of primary
transitional cell carcinoma of the fallopian tube is presented.