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Indian Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Volume  7, Issue 4, October-December 2019, Pages 600-604
 

Original Article

Evaluation of Adnexal Mass Diagnosed in Women Presenting in A Tertiary Care OPD

Ninad Dilip Kade1, Girija Wagh2

1Third Year Postgraduate Resident, 2Professor, Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Bharati Vidyapeeth Deemed University, Pune, Maharashtra 411030, India.

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DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.21088/ijog.2321.1636.7419.5

Abstract

Introduction: An adnexal mass is a common gynecological problem, diagnosis of which is based on clinical presentation, various radiological imaging and biomarkers. To evaluate adnexal masses in context of clinical, radiological and pathological diagnosis. Methods: A total of 100 consecutive patients presenting in our hospital with adnexal mass were selected for the study matching the inclusion and the exclusion criteria. A detailed history of each case was recorded with special attention to the presenting complain and a detailed examination was performed. Cases were investigated by radioimaging and serum biomarkers. Various adnexal masses were studied with respect to the manifestations and radiological and biochemical findings. Results: Most common presenting complaint was pain (68%) followed by no complains (15%) and abdominal distention (7%). Other symptoms include lump in abdomen, nausea and vomiting. Most of the adnexal pathologies were unilateral (83%) on presentation with 47% involving left side. Most common pathology identified in the left adnexa was ovarian cyst, followed by ectopic pregnancy. Most common benign pathology diagnosed as per sonography was ovarian cyst (40%). Conclusions: Ultrasonography is an important noninvasive investigation helpful in diagnosing most cases of adnexal masses. Bimanual palpation can be useful as a first step in assessment of adnexal masses. However no single diagnostic aid can be used to determine the pathological adnexal masses. Hence a multifaceted diagnostic approach should be used for a definite diagnosis and management of adnexal mass.


Keywords : Adnexa; Adnexal mass; Approach to Adnexal mass; Evaluation of adnexal mass.
Corresponding Author : Ninad Dilip Kade