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Arrhenoblastoma of ovary
Definition:
Arrhenoblastoma of the ovary is an ovarian tumor that secretes testosterone. Alternative Names:
Stromal tumor; Gonadal stromal tumor; Sex cord tumor; Androblastoma
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Causes, incidence, and risk factors:
This is a rare tumor that accounts for less than 0.5% of all ovarian tumors. These tumors are found in women of all age groups, but are most common in young women.
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