Similar But Different: A Comparison of Adnexal Torsion in Pediatric, Adolescent, and Pregnant and Reproductive-Age Women

Abstract

The presentation of adnexal torsion is similar in pediatric and reproductive-age and pregnant women, although the underlying adnexal pathology may be different. Functional ovarian cysts cause the majority of torsion cases in pregnant women. Recurrence of torsion may occur in any age group.