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Endodermal sinus tumor
Introduction
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The symptoms of endodermal sinus tumor include abdominal distention, acute/sub acute abdominal pain. Endodermal sinus tumor may be diagnosed using biopsy and measurement of GATA-4, a transcription factor. The mainstay of therapy for endodermal sinus tumor is chemotherapy. Prognosis is good with treatment.
What are the symptoms of Endodermal sinus tumor?
The symptoms of endodermal sinus tumor include abdominal distention, acute/sub acute abdominal pain.
Diagnosis
Endodermal sinus tumor may be diagnosed using biopsy and measurement of GATA-4, a transcription factor.
Treatment options
The mainstay of therapy for endodermal sinus tumor is chemotherapy.
Where to find medical care for Endodermal sinus tumor?
Directions to Hospitals Treating Endodermal sinus tumor
What to expect (Outlook/Prognosis)?
- Prognosis is good with treatment.
Sources
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Ammu Susheela, M.D. [2]
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