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This case study details a rare instance of multiple bilateral ovarian dermoid cysts in a young woman. Laparoscopic surgery successfully removed all nine cysts with no recurrence after one year.

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Gynecology
Surgical Oncology

Background:

Ovarian dermoid cysts, also known as mature cystic teratomas, are germ cell tumors that can occur in women of reproductive age.
While typically unilateral, bilateral involvement occurs in up to 15% of cases.
Symptomatic presentation often includes lower abdominal pain.

Observation:

A 27-year-old nulliparous woman presented with six months of lower abdominal pain.
Diagnostic imaging revealed bilateral ovarian dermoid cysts.
Laparoscopic exploration identified a rare presentation of seven cysts on the left ovary and two on the right.

Findings:

Laparoscopic cyst enucleation was performed for all nine dermoid cysts.
Cysts were retrieved using an endobag and morcellation technique.
One-year follow-up confirmed no evidence of recurrence or complications such as granulomatous peritonitis.

Implications:

This case highlights the possibility of extensive bilateral ovarian dermoid cysts, even when rare.
Laparoscopic enucleation is a viable and effective surgical approach for managing multiple ovarian dermoid cysts.
Minimally invasive techniques like morcellation facilitate safe retrieval of multiple intra-abdominal specimens.