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Benign epithelial ovarian tumors

Z S Tuncer1, S Günalp, T Aksu

  • 1Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology and Pathology, Hacettepe University School of Medicine, Ankara, Turkey.

European Journal of Gynaecological Oncology
|September 23, 1998
PubMed
Summary

This retrospective analysis of benign epithelial ovarian tumors found serous tumors to be most common. Most patients presented with an abdominopelvic mass, requiring varied surgical approaches.

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Area of Science:

  • Gynecology
  • Oncology
  • Pathology

Background:

  • Benign epithelial ovarian tumors represent a significant proportion of ovarian neoplasms.
  • Understanding the epidemiology and characteristics of these tumors is crucial for clinical management.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To retrospectively analyze the clinical and pathological features of benign epithelial ovarian tumors.
  • To determine the incidence, types, and management outcomes of these tumors.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective analysis of 212 patients with benign epithelial ovarian tumors managed between 1974-1994.
  • Data collected included tumor type, surgical procedure, patient age, and follow-up information.

Main Results:

  • Benign epithelial tumors accounted for 9.5% of all ovarian tumors and 28.5% of primary epithelial ovarian tumors.
  • Serous (49.0%) and mucinous (44.3%) tumors were the most frequent types.
  • Surgical management varied from cystectomy to hysterectomy based on patient age; bilaterality was observed in 10.6-12.8% of cases.
  • Synchronous ovarian carcinoma occurred in two patients, and recurrence of serous cystadenoma was noted in two others after conservative surgery.

Conclusions:

  • Serous tumors are the most prevalent type of benign epithelial ovarian tumor.
  • Management strategies should be individualized based on tumor characteristics and patient factors.
  • Close follow-up is essential, particularly after conservative management, due to the potential for recurrence or synchronous malignancy.

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