This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: G.I.T, Subject name: Surgery
Pseudomyxoma peritonei arises from 
Select and explain. 
A. Carcinoma ovary, B. Ovarion Cyst, C. Ovarian dermoid, D. Adenocarcinoma colon
A: Carcinoma ovary
Answer: A: Carcinoma ovary 
Explanation: Pseudomyxoma peritonei occurs more commonly in women.It is associated with mucinous cystic tumours of ovary and appendix. Reference:Bailey & Love's sho practise of surgery,25 th edition,page no:1003.