All are true about Pseudomyxoma peritnonei except
Correct Answer: Common in male
Description: .This rare condition occurs more frequently in women. The abdomen is filled with a yellow jelly, large quantities of which are often encysted. The condition is associated with mucinous cystic tumours of the ovary and appendix. Recent studies suggest that most cases arise from a primary appendiceal tumour with second- ary implantation on to one or both ovaries. Reference :Bailey & Love's sho practise of surgery,25 th edition,page no:1003.
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