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Ovarian masses.

K J Kozlowski1

  • 1Little Rock Gynecology Associates, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Arkansas, USA.

Adolescent Medicine (Philadelphia, Pa.)
|June 17, 1999
PubMed
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Ovarian tumors in children and adolescents share similarities with adults but differ in incidence and type. Most ovarian masses in this age group are benign, emphasizing the need for reproductive function preservation.

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Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Oncology
  • Gynecology
  • Reproductive Health

Background:

  • Ovarian tumors in pediatric and adolescent populations can mirror those in adults, but age-specific variations in incidence and presentation are significant.
  • Functional non-neoplastic cysts and masses are notably more prevalent in adolescents compared to other age groups.
  • Neoplastic ovarian masses in adolescents exhibit a higher likelihood of being germ cell in origin rather than epithelial.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the spectrum of ovarian tumors in children and adolescents.
  • To highlight age-related differences in the relative incidence of ovarian tumor types.
  • To emphasize the importance of preserving reproductive function in young females diagnosed with ovarian masses.

Main Methods:

  • Comprehensive review of existing literature on pediatric and adolescent ovarian tumors.

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  • Analysis of age-specific incidence rates for various ovarian tumor entities.
  • Evaluation of diagnostic approaches and management principles for ovarian masses in young females.

    • Main Results:

    • Ovarian tumors in children and adolescents encompass the same types seen in adults, with significant age-dependent variations in relative frequency.
    • Functional, non-neoplastic ovarian masses are more common in adolescents.
    • Germ cell tumors are more frequent than epithelial tumors in the adolescent age group.
    • Malignancy rates for ovarian tumors are low in children and adolescents, with only 10% being malignant.
    • Complete history and physical examination are crucial for the diagnostic evaluation of ovarian masses in this population.

    Conclusions:

    • Ovarian masses in children and adolescents require careful evaluation, considering age-specific characteristics.
    • The majority of ovarian tumors in pediatric and adolescent populations are benign.
    • Preservation of reproductive function is a critical consideration in the management of ovarian masses in young females to ensure future childbearing potential.