Cystadenoma

An adenoma with the development of cystic spaces caused by dilation of acinar or ductal structures.

A benign tumor derived from glandular tissue, in which secretions are retained and accumulate in cysts. Also called cystoadenoma.

Cystoma blended with adenoma.

• mucinous c. — a multilocular, usually benign, tumor produced by ovarian epithelial cells and having mucin-filled cavities.
• papillary c. — any tumor producing patterns that are both papillary and cystic; called also papilloadenocystoma.
• serous c. — a cystic tumor of the ovary containing thin, clear yellow serum and some solid tissue.

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