A Retrospective Analysis of Mature Cystic Teratomas of the Ovary:A Cross Sectional Study from a Tertiary Care Hospital of Central Region of Nepal

Abstract

BackgroundMature cystic teratoma (MCT), usually known as dermoid cysts derived from primordial germ cells. Comparing with different other types of germ cell tumors like dysgerminomas, and endodermal sinus tumors, they are most commonly observed. The aim of this study was to evaluate the prevalence, clinical and pathological characteristics; and complications of MCT of the ovary in Chitwan district, central region of Nepal.