Primary fallopian tube carcinoma with isolated torsion of involved tube.

BACKGROUND

Primary fallopian tube carcinoma (FTC) is an aggressive but rare tumor. Worldwide, more than 1,500 cases have been published, and about 20 new cases are added every year. Isolated fallopian tube torsion (IFTT) is an unusual and uncommon event.

CASE

We report a 69-year-old Caucasian woman, Gravida 4, Para 3, with a long history of hypertension, diabetes mellitus with retinopathy and neuropathy, and history of extensive coronary artery disease, for which a triple-by-pass graft was performed. She was placed on anticoagulation therapy. Subsequently, she developed intermittent vaginal bleeding.

RESULTS

We reviewed and discussed the symptoms and work-up of the patient in detail. She underwent exploratory laparotomy, and primary FTC with isolated torsion of the involved fallopian tube was diagnosed. Peritoneal washings, omentectomy, total abdominal hysterectomy and bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy were performed.

CONCLUSION

Review of the English literature on the presenting symptoms and diagnostic management of primary FTC and IFTT is presented.