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ArticleGynecologic oncology reports2026

Long-term remission after multimodal therapy in metastatic small cell carcinoma of the ovary, hypercalcemic type: A case report.

Elora Castanet, Guillaume Goldzak, Geraldine Paraclet, Thomas Grellety

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Elora CastanetMedical Oncology Department, ICANCE, Institut de Cancérologie Navarre Côte Basque, Centre Hospitalier de la Côte Basque, Bayonne, France.
Guillaume GoldzakMedical Oncology Department, ICANCE, Institut de Cancérologie Navarre Côte Basque, Centre Hospitalier de la Côte Basque, Bayonne, France.
Geraldine ParacletGynecological Departement, Centre Hospitalier de Dax, Dax, France.
Thomas GrelletyMedical Oncology Department, ICANCE, Institut de Cancérologie Navarre Côte Basque, Centre Hospitalier de la Côte Basque, Bayonne, France.

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Abstract

Background: Small cell carcinoma of the ovary, hypercalcemic type (SCCOHT), is an extremely rare and aggressive ovarian malignancy that predominantly affects young women. Prognosis is stage-dependent, with a 5-year overall survival (OS) of approximately 20% in advanced stages (II-IV). Treatment typically involves a multimodal approach.Case Presentation.We present the case of a 24-year-old woman diagnosed with stage IV SCCOHT presenting multiple pulmonary nodules and enlarged retroperitoneal lymph nodes. Following standard treatment protocols, including surgery, chemotherapy and high-dose chemotherapy with autologous stem cell rescue, she achieved a complete response and has remained in remission for over five years despite initial pulmonary metastases. Given the rarity of SCCOHT, management was guided by recommendations and through the expertise of a national reference center. Conclusion: This case highlights that, while durable remission is possible, intensive multimodal therapy is required, and SCCOHT survivors face significant long-term challenges. A comprehensive, multidisciplinary survivorship approach is essential to optimize long-term outcomes and quality of life, in accordance with current guidelines.

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Autologous stem-cell transplantationHigh-dose chemotherapyLong-term remissionSmall cell carcinoma of the ovary hypercalcemic type (SCCOHT)SMARCA4 mutationSurvivorship care

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PMCPMC12813224

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