Paraovarian cyst

Case contributed by Mohammad Taghi Niknejad
Diagnosis probable

Presentation

Abdominopelvic pain and palpable mass on physical exam.

Patient Data

Age: 20 years
Gender: Female
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A 130 x 90 x125 mm thin-walled cystic mass with homogenous internal fluid density at midline pelvis that extends superiorly to L3 level. No detectable septations or enhancing solid components. No ascites.

Both ovaries are identified separately from the mentioned cystic lesion. 

Case Discussion

Huge pelvic cystic lesion; most likely paraovarian

Paraovarian cysts typically occur in women ages 20-40 years old, generally around the broad ligament, and are usually simple cysts.

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