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Meigs syndrome revisited.

Alexander J Nemeth1, Suresh K Patel

  • 1Department of Diagnostic Radiology and Nuclear Medicine, Rush-Presbyterian-St Luke's Medical Center, Chicago, IL 60612-3864, USA. AlexanderNemeth@msn.com

Journal of Thoracic Imaging
|April 18, 2003
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Meigs syndrome, a rare condition involving benign ovarian tumors with fluid buildup, highlights that such masses aren't always cancerous. Surgical removal of the ovarian fibroma resolved the ascites and hydrothorax in this case.

Area of Science:

  • Gynecology
  • Oncology
  • Pulmonology

Background:

  • Meigs syndrome is characterized by a benign ovarian tumor, ascites, and hydrothorax, with resolution after tumor resection.
  • This syndrome emphasizes that pelvic masses associated with fluid accumulation are not necessarily malignant.
  • Benign ovarian fibromas or fibrothecomas are the typical tumors, accounting for 4% of ovarian neoplasms.

Observation:

  • The authors report a case of Meigs syndrome involving an ovarian fibroma.
  • The case focuses on the diagnostic evaluation of pleural fluid in the presence of an ovarian mass.
  • Imaging characteristics of ovarian fibromas and fibrothecomas are also discussed.

Findings:

  • Meigs syndrome is associated with benign ovarian fibromas, not necessarily malignant pelvic masses.

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  • Pleural fluid evaluation is crucial in cases presenting with ovarian masses and effusions.
  • Imaging modalities aid in the diagnosis of ovarian fibromas and fibrothecomas.

    • Implications:

    • Recognizing Meigs syndrome prevents misdiagnosis of malignancy in patients with ovarian tumors and effusions.
    • Prompt surgical intervention for benign ovarian tumors can resolve ascites and hydrothorax.
    • Understanding the imaging features of these benign tumors is vital for accurate diagnosis and management.