On 28/4, Doctor Nguyen Van Thang, Head of the Gynecological Oncology Department, reported that the patient is now stable, conscious, and eating normally after the surgery.

During the preceding surgery, the medical team completely removed a massive tumor from the right ovary. Examination of the excised tissue revealed it contained numerous teeth, hair, bone, and poorly differentiated tissue, which are typical characteristics of a germ cell tumor. Concurrently, surgeons also removed another 8 cm tumor from the left ovary, carefully preserving healthy tissue to maximize the girl's reproductive and endocrine function.

Previously, the family noticed the girl's abdomen rapidly growing larger, accompanied by dull, persistent pain. However, they mistakenly attributed these symptoms to weight gain during puberty. They only sought medical attention when her abdomen became severely distended, and a hard mass was palpable, extending to her xiphoid process region. Ultrasound and imaging scans revealed two tumors in both ovaries, with the one on the right showing signs of malignancy, necessitating urgent surgical intervention.

Doctor Thang stated that the surgical team had to meticulously remove the entire tumor intact to avoid rupturing its capsule. This careful maneuver prevents cancer cells from spreading into the abdominal cavity, thereby reducing the likelihood of the patient requiring chemotherapy later.

A case involving an ovarian tumor exceeding 4 kg in a 14-year-old is very rare. Experts advise parents not to be complacent if they notice unusual abdominal enlargement or prolonged abdominal pain in their children. Parents need to clearly differentiate between physiological and pathological changes, and ensure children undergo regular check-ups for early disease detection, safeguarding their reproductive future.

Le Nga