Ovarian teratoma

An ovarian teratoma is a benign congenital germ cell tumour. Teratomas contain elements from all three embryological layers: endoderm, mesoderm and ectoderm. They contain different tissue types, including, fat, cystic fluid, skin, soft tissues, hair and sometimes calcification including teeth.

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Head & Torso
Whole Body
Torso

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