PubMed · 2016 · 16 citations · 0 references
MedicineEndocrinologyGynecologyGeneral GynecologyGynecologic UltrasoundReproductive MedicineGynecologic PathologyOvarian CancerOvarian CystsOvarian PathologyOvarian UltrasonographyOvarian UltrasoundInvestigation Referral ProcessesOvarian Cyst RuptureOvarian Cyst TorsionOvarian Mass DetectionOvarian Mass ImagingPostmenopausal Ovarian MassesRuptured Ovarian CystsTransabdominal Ultrasound Findings
BACKGROUND: Ovarian masses are very common in pre- and postmenopausal women and are typically an incidental finding. OBJECTIVE: This article aims to provide a systematic approach to an ovarian mass for general practitioners including investigations, risk of ovarian cancer and referral considerations. DISCUSSION: Investigation for an ovarian mass includes both transvaginal and transabdominal ultrasound. Simple, anechoic cysts 200. Complications of ovarian cysts include cyst rupture and torsion. Torsion is a gynaecological emergency and requires urgent review.