Primary clear cell adenocarcinoma of the rectovaginal septum treated with concurrent chemoradiation therapy: a case report

Int J Gynecol Cancer. 2008 Sep-Oct;18(5):1118-21. doi: 10.1111/j.1525-1438.2007.01124.x. Epub 2007 Nov 6.

Abstract

Primary clear cell adenocarcinoma of the rectovaginal septum is rare and typically emerges in the setting of endometriosis. We report a case of a 52-year-old woman with clear cell adenocarcinoma of the rectovaginal septum presenting with vaginal hemorrhage. Management with concurrent chemoradiation with cisplatin and paclitaxel is discussed. Six years following the completion of treatment, the patient is without evidence of disease or significant long-term toxicity.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adenocarcinoma, Clear Cell / drug therapy*
  • Adenocarcinoma, Clear Cell / pathology
  • Adenocarcinoma, Clear Cell / radiotherapy*
  • Antineoplastic Agents / therapeutic use*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Middle Aged
  • Radiotherapy, Adjuvant
  • Vaginal Neoplasms / drug therapy*
  • Vaginal Neoplasms / pathology
  • Vaginal Neoplasms / radiotherapy*

Substances

  • Antineoplastic Agents