Krukenberg tumor

Krukenberg tumors of the ovaries are characterized by mucin-laden, signet-ring cells within ovarian stroma.  The source of Krukenberg tumors in great majority of cases is gastric carcinoma, especially from the pylorus.  (Figure 1A: H&E stain and Inset 1B: ABPAS stain.

Other primary sources of Krukenberg tumors of the ovaries include colon and breast not uncommonly. Rare sources are gallbladder, biliary tract, cervix, and urinary bladder. (Figure 1A: H&E stain and Inset 1B: Mucicarmine stain).

Contributed by Dr. M.Ruhul Quddus