Malignant teratoma (Dermoid cyst - malignant, Nonseminomatous germ cell tumor

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Malignant teratoma

Alternate Names : Dermoid cyst - malignant, Nonseminomatous germ cell tumor - teratoma, Immature teratoma

Definition

Malignant teratoma is a type of cancer made of cysts that contain one or more of the three main types of cells found in a developing baby (embryo). These cells are callled ectoderms, mesoderms, and endoderms.

Overview, Causes, & Risk Factors

Malignant teratoma occurs most often in young men in their 20s - 30s. It is often located in the chest area. Most malignant teratomas can spread throughout the body, and have spread by the time of diagnosis.

A number of other cancers are often associated with these tumors, including:

Acute myelogenous leukemia (AML)
Embryonal rhabdomyosarcoma
Malignant histiocytosis
Myelodysplasia (MDS)
Small cell undifferentiated carcinoma

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Review Date : 9/30/2008
Reviewed By : James R. Mason, MD, Oncologist, Director, Blood and Marrow Transplantation Program and Stem Cell Processing Lab, Scripps Clinic, Torrey Pines, California. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.

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