What are the Challenges in Managing Mucinous Tumors?
Managing mucinous tumors presents several challenges:
Diagnosis: Differentiating between benign, borderline, and malignant mucinous tumors can be difficult, requiring careful histopathological analysis. Treatment: The mucinous component of these tumors can make them less responsive to conventional chemotherapy. Recurrence: Mucinous tumors, particularly those of the ovary, have a risk of recurrence, necessitating long-term follow-up. Metastasis: Some mucinous tumors have a propensity to metastasize to unusual sites, complicating treatment.
