Struma ovarii (SO) is a rare subtype of ovarian teratoma composed of more than 50% thyroid tissue. Extraovarian spread of SO, called peritoneal strumosis, was previously considered benign given the lack of histological malignant features. However, the 2020 World Health Organization Classification of Female Genital Tumors reclassified peritoneal strumosis as highly differentiated follicular carcinoma of ovarian origin (HDFCO), highlighting its low-grade malignant potential.
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Subclinical hypothyroidism and thyroid autoimmunity in pregnancy are common conditions. They are both associated with adverse maternal and offspring outcomes. Women with thyroid autoimmunity should be monitored with regular thyroid function tests preconception and during gestation to identify women who develop hypothyroidism.
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