The ovaries are a source of many tumor types because they have complex histologies and embryonic origins.
Adnexal masses have a wide differential diagnosis, including malignant or ben...
Often asymptomatic
Abdominal or pelvic pain
Acute onset of severe pain associated with nausea and vomiting may indicate torsion or cyst rupture.
Menstrual irregularities and current phas...
Expectant management is appropriate for most ovarian structures with benign features.
Premenopausal women should have a repeat US ideally during their follicular phase (day 3 ...
Most require only yearly exams or US.
Varies by diagnosis
American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists’ Committee on Practice Bulletins—Gynecology. Practice Bulletin No. 174. Evaluation and management of a...
D27.9 Benign neoplasm of unspecified ovary
D27.0 Benign neoplasm of right ovary
D27.1 Benign neoplasm of left ovary
92260003 Benign neoplasm of ovary
254865006 Fibroma of ovary
119421006 S...
In perimenopausal patients, follicles and simple cysts <3 cm are normal physiologic findings.
Transvaginal US is the initial imaging test of choice to characterize pelvic masses.
Mali...
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<bold><italic>Figure 21-24</bold> The origin and types of ovarian tumors.</bold> The table summarizes important facts about frequency and age ranges.
<bold><italic>Figure 21-24</bold> The origin and types of ovarian tumors.</bold> The table summarizes important fa...