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Peritoneal inclusion cysts: a review.

Amy M Vallerie1, Jodi P Lerner, Jason D Wright

  • 1Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Sloane Hospital for Women, Columbia University Medical Center, New York Presbyterian Hospital, New York, New York 10032, USA. amy.vallerie@gmail.com

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Peritoneal inclusion cysts require individualized management for symptomatic relief, not necessarily a cure, due to high recurrence rates after surgical resection. Diagnosis involves clinical history, ultrasound, and CA-125 correlation, with MRI for unclear cases.

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Area of Science:

  • Gynecology
  • Pathology
  • Radiology

Background:

  • Peritoneal inclusion cysts (PICs) are benign, fluid-filled lesions that can cause significant morbidity in women.
  • Optimal diagnostic and management strategies for PICs are not well-established, leading to varied clinical approaches.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide a comprehensive review of peritoneal inclusion cysts in females.
  • To define optimal diagnostic modalities and review medical and surgical management options.
  • To enable gynecologists to individualize patient treatment.

Main Methods:

  • A systematic literature search was conducted using MEDLINE for articles on "peritoneal inclusion cyst" and "benign (multicystic) mesothelioma."
  • Studies with tissue-confirmed diagnoses were prioritized, including case reports and series of adolescent and adult patients.
  • Evaluated clinical features, histopathology, imaging, laboratory studies, and treatment modalities.

Main Results:

  • Fifty-three studies met the review criteria, with a focus on imaging (11 articles), histopathology (19 articles), and treatment (8 articles).
  • No standardized algorithm exists for the evaluation, treatment, or follow-up of patients with PICs.
  • PICs are associated with high morbidity and a 50% recurrence rate post-surgery.

Conclusions:

  • Diagnosis relies on clinical history, ultrasound, and CA-125 levels; MRI is useful for ambiguous ultrasound findings.
  • Tissue confirmation is essential for definitive diagnosis.
  • Management should focus on symptomatic relief and individualized treatment rather than aiming for a cure due to high recurrence rates.