Rokitansky nodule
Rokitansky Nodule
Rokitansky Nodule (pronounced: roh-kee-tan-skee noh-dyool) is a term used in the field of medicine to describe a solid mass or lump found in a dermoid cyst, specifically in the ovary. The term is named after the Austrian pathologist Karl Rokitansky, who first described the phenomenon.
Etymology
The term "Rokitansky Nodule" is derived from the name of the Austrian pathologist, Karl Rokitansky, who made significant contributions to the field of pathology. He was the first to describe the presence of these nodules in dermoid cysts of the ovary.
Description
A Rokitansky Nodule is typically composed of various types of tissues such as hair, skin, teeth, and sometimes bone or thyroid tissue. It is a characteristic feature of a mature teratoma, a type of germ cell tumor. The presence of a Rokitansky Nodule is often indicative of a dermoid cyst, which is a benign form of teratoma.
Related Terms
- Dermoid Cyst: A type of benign tumor that contains a variety of body tissues. It is often associated with the presence of a Rokitansky Nodule.
- Teratoma: A type of tumor that contains different types of tissue, such as hair, muscle, or bone. A mature teratoma is often associated with a Rokitansky Nodule.
- Ovary: The female reproductive organ in which ova or eggs are produced. Dermoid cysts containing Rokitansky Nodules are often found in the ovaries.
- Pathology: The scientific study of the causes and effects of diseases, especially the branch of medicine that deals with the laboratory examination of samples of body tissue for diagnostic or forensic purposes.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Rokitansky nodule
- Wikipedia's article - Rokitansky nodule
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