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Barrie S Rich1, Kate McCracken2, Christa Nagel3
1Division of Pediatric Surgery, Northwell Health, Cohen Children's Medical Center, New Hyde Park, NY, USA.
Abstract:
Pediatric and adolescent ovarian lesions are common and are frequently managed by both pediatric surgeons and pediatric and adolescent gynecologists. During the 2023 American Academy of Pediatric Section on Surgery meeting, an educational symposium was delivered focusing on various aspects of management of pediatric and adolescent benign and malignant masses, borderline lesions, and fertility options for children and adolescents undergoing cancer therapies. This article highlights the discussion during this symposium.
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