Carcinofibroma of the corpus uteri

Definition

Carcinofibroma of the corpus uteri is an extremely rare subtype of mixed müllerian tumor characterized by the presence of a uterine neoplasm which simuntaneously presents a malignant epithelial component (carcinomatous glands) and a benign mesenchymal component. Clinical presentation typically includes dysfunctional vaginal bleeding, abnormal vaginal discharge and/or lower abdominal pain.