Carcinosarcoma of the cervix uteri

Definition

Carcinosarcoma of the cervix uteri is a rare, malignant, mixed epithelial and mesenchymal tumor, located in the cervix uteri, composed of an admixture of carcinomatous and sarcomatous elements. It usually presents with abnormal vaginal bleeding and a round, well-defined, grey to yellowish-white, pedunculated polypoid mass protruding through the cervical canal. Association with HPV infection (especially serotype 16) has been frequently reported.