Laparoscopic Management of Pelvic Masses in Pregnancy

Adnexal masses are discovered in approximately 5 % of pregnant patients. The majority will resolve spontaneously without intervention. As such asymptomatic masses can be monitored conservatively with serial sonography and review of symptoms. Surgery is indicated for symptomatic masses or masses that...

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Published in:Current obstetrics and gynecology reports 2014-12, Vol.3 (4), p.270-276
Main Authors: Brown, Jubilee, Boruta, David
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Maternal and Child Health
Medicine
Medicine & Public Health
Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery (A Fader
Obstetrics/Perinatology/Midwifery
Oncology
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Summary:Adnexal masses are discovered in approximately 5 % of pregnant patients. The majority will resolve spontaneously without intervention. As such asymptomatic masses can be monitored conservatively with serial sonography and review of symptoms. Surgery is indicated for symptomatic masses or masses that are complex, solid, or over 6 – 10 cm. Minimally invasive surgery is a safe and effective approach for management in the majority of these patients. Specific details related to maternal and fetal health should be considered in this setting.
ISSN:2161-3303
2161-3303
DOI:10.1007/s13669-014-0097-4