Auto-amputated Ovarian Cysts in Infants : Current Status
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2024-05
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THE INDIAN MEDICAL ASSOCIATION
Abstract
Auto-amputated Ovarian Cyst (AOC) is a rare finding in the pediatric population especially in infants, but it must be considered for the incidental finding of absence of the fallopian tube or ovary in patients who undergo surgery for any reason. A fetal pelvic or ovarian cyst may predispose to torsion and subsequent auto-amputation either in utero or in the post natal period. Most patients are asymptomatic with an antenatal pickup and can be a cause for concern. Expectant management is advocated for smaller cysts (<4 cm) but surgery (laparoscopy or laparotomy) is diagnostic and curative.
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Auto-amputation, Infants, Laparoscopy, Laparotomy, Ovarian Cyst, Ovarian Torsion
Citation
Sinha Chandrasen K, Anbarasan Ravindar, Patel Ramnik, Joshi Ashwini, Cherian Abraham . Auto-amputated Ovarian Cysts in Infants : Current Status. Journal of the Indian Medical Association. 2024 May; 122(5): 62-64