Iranian Society of Gynecology Oncology
Pathology
Epidemiological and pathological factors in breast cancer patients in Tehran-Iran: A Single-Centered, Retrospective Study

Nasrin Ziamajidi; Nazi Moini; Hiva Danesh; Roghayeh Abbasalipourkabir; Nahid Radnia; Zeinab Barartabar

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 05 September 2023

Abstract
  Background & Objective: Breast cancer has the highest incidence of all cancers and the incidence of this disease is increasing rapidly in many countries around the world, including Iran. In this study, some epidemiological and pathological factors have been investigated in breast cancer patients.Methods: ...  Read More

Pathology
Factors Affecting Pathological Complete Response in Patients with Breast Cancer Treated with Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy

maryam deldar; Robab Anbiaee; Masoumeh Keshvari

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 28 February 2024

Abstract
  Background: Neoadjuvant chemotherapy (NACT) is used to treat advanced or irreversible breast cancer tumors and increases the possibility of Breast-conserving surgery. There is evidence that pathological complete response (pCR) after NACT reduces the risk of recurrence and increases survival. Objectives: ...  Read More

Pathology
Expression of Estrogen Receptor (ER), Progesterone Receptor (PR), Her2/neu in Various Types of Epithelial Ovarian Tumors

Fereshteh Ameli; Maryam Entezarian; Noraidah Masir; Tan Geok Chin

Volume 9, Issue 1 , January and February 2024, , Pages 7-13

Abstract
  Introduction:The highest mortality rate in gynecologic cancers is attributed to ovarian origin. Expression of the estrogen and progesterone receptors (ER and PR); and Human epidermal growth factor receptor 2 (Her2/neu) in endometrial cancer and breast cancer were found to be associated with the response ...  Read More

Pathology
Angiomyofibroblastoma of Vulva: Case Report with Histomorphological Differential Diagnosis and Review of Literature

Divya Shetty; Ritika Khurana; Surekha Bhalekar

Volume 8, Issue 2 , March and April 2023, , Pages 181-183

Abstract
  Angiomyofibroblastoma (AMF) is a benign mesenchymal neoplasm. They are typically well-circumscribed lesions, more commonly occurring in the vulvo-vaginal region of reproductive-age females. It is curable by complete excision. They do not have a characteristic clinical and radiological feature. It is ...  Read More

Pathology
A Rare Case of Primary Tubo-Ovarian Hydatid Cyst, Approved Pathologically and Molecularly

Nahid Ghanbarzadeh; Ali Nadjfai-Semnani; Mohammad Nadjafi-Semnani; Mahmoodreza Behravan; Majid Zare-Bidaki

Volume 8, Issue 2 , March and April 2023, , Pages 184-187

Abstract
  Echinococcus granulosus (sensu lato) is the main cause of Cystic hydatid in human and livestock in the world and is considered a neglected tropical disease. Hydatid cysts often form in the liver (50–70%) and less frequently the lung, spleen, kidney, bone, brain and genital system. Ovarian hydatid ...  Read More

Pathology
The Signet Ring Stromal Tumor in a 13-Year-Old Girl: Case Report

Tajossadat Allameh; Behnoosh Mohamadi

Volume 8, Issue 1 , January and February 2023, , Pages 76-80

Abstract
  Signet ring stromal tumor is a rare benign ovarian neoplasm, of which only about 17 cases have been reported since 1996. The signet ring appearance of this tumor may mimic a Krukenberg tumor and result in a diagnostic challenge in some cases. The previous cases occurred in adult or in old patients. We ...  Read More

Pathology
A Case of Plasma Cell Myeloma Presenting with a Huge Ulcerating Breast Mass

Amal Abd El hafez

Volume 8, Issue 1 , January and February 2023, , Pages 81-85

Abstract
  Plasma cell myeloma (PCM) of the breast is extremely unusual. It probably constitutes 0.7% of extramedullary plasmacytomas, and 0.2% of all breast malignancies. Clinically and radiologically, PCM of the breast is indistinguishable from breast carcinoma or other primary breast disorders. Therefore, histomorphological ...  Read More

Pathology
Nuclear Localization of SMAD3 as an Independent Predictor of Recurrence in Ovarian Adult Granulosa Cell Tumor

Amal Abd El hafez

Volume 7, Issue 1 , September and October 2021, , Pages 38-44

Abstract
  Background & Objective: Adult granulosa cell tumors (AGCTs) are potentially malignant ovarian neoplasms with a well-known tendency for local spread and recurrence, years after prolonged follow-up. This study investigated the immunohistochemical (IHC) expression of SMAD3 (mothers against decapentaplegic ...  Read More

Pathology
Molecular Detection of Human Papilloma Virus (Type 16,18) Using PCR and Its Frequency in Patients with Cervical Cancer in Iranian Women

Zahra Shahi; Mohammad Amin Edalatmanesh; Babak kheirkhah

Volume 5, Issue 3 , November 2020, , Pages 110-114

Abstract
  Background & Objective: Cervical cancer is the fourth most common cancer in women worldwide. HPV is a heterogeneous virus, and a persistent high-risk HPV infection contributes to cancer development. This study aims to determine the relative frequency of HPV genotypes in Kerman, Iran.Materials & ...  Read More

Pathology
Phenotypic Evaluation of Strains of Candida albicans and Non-albicans Candida Species in Patients with Vulvovaginal Candidiasis Visiting Amir-al-Momenin Hospital in Zabol, Iran in 2019

Bahman Fouladi; Khadijeh Rezaei Keikhaie; Nesa Rajabpoor Nikoo; Salia Amini Poya; Solaiman Saravani; Jebraeil Farzi

Volume 5, Issue 1 , August 2020, , Pages 11-18

Abstract
  Background & Objective: Vulvovaginal candidiasis (VVC) is a common vaginal yeast infection in women. The present study aimed to determine the phenotype of Candida albicans and non-albicans Candida species in VVC cases.Materials & Methods: This was a cross-sectional study on 65 patients suspected ...  Read More