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Massive Ovarian Oedema- A Case Report.
Arun B Harke1, Karthik Sigamani2, Chitra Thukkaram3
1Professor, Department of Pathology, Karpaga Vinayaga Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre , Kanchipuram, Tamilnadu, India .
Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research : JCDR
|September 23, 2016
Summary
Massive ovarian oedema (MOE) is a rare condition causing ovarian enlargement due to fluid. Early recognition is crucial to avoid unnecessary surgeries in young women.
Area of Science:
- Gynecology
- Pathology
- Reproductive Medicine
Background:
- Massive ovarian oedema (MOE) is a rare condition characterized by tumor-like ovarian enlargement due to edema fluid.
- It is often misdiagnosed as a neoplastic ovarian lesion, leading to potential surgical intervention.
Observation:
- A case report of an 18-year-old unmarried female presenting with amenorrhea and abdominal pain is described.
- Clinical and radiological findings suggested a cystic ovarian neoplasm, prompting a salpingo-oophorectomy.
Findings:
- Histopathological examination confirmed Massive Ovarian Oedema (MOE).
- MOE requires differentiation from other ovarian tumors like fibromas and stromal tumors.
Implications:
- Accurate diagnosis of MOE is vital to prevent unnecessary oophorectomy in young women.
- Conservative management may be possible, preserving ovarian function.
