ABSTRACT
Malignant ovarian germ cell tumours are the rare type of ovarian
cancer accounting for approximately 1-2% of ovarian malignancies.
Malignant ovarian germ cell tumours are aggressive but curative
because majorities are very chemosensitive. Unlike epithelial ovarian
cancer, malignant ovarian germ cell tumours grow rapidly and
usually present with symptoms secondary to capsular distension,
haemorrhage or necrosis. This may account for why the majority is
diagnosed at an early stage.
