The pseudomyxoma peritonei occurs as a complication of the following ovarian tumours:

Pseudomyxoma peritonei is a condition in which the neoplastic epithelium secretes large amounts of gelatinous mucinous material. It is most commonly seen secondary to: • Appendicular carcinoma (well differentiate carcinoma). • Ovarian mucinous carcinoma; mucinous cystadenoma. • Mucocoele of appendix (less commonly seen). Even after removal of the ovarian tumours, these cells continue to secrete mucin. Tendency of recurrence is present. Prognosis is Poor. Management: Hysterectomy with BSO with removal of mucin peritoneal implants along with appendix.