title: Massive ovarian cyst: a comprehensive surgical approach.
abstract: The massive ovarian cyst (greater than 25 pounds) presents a challenging opportunity for surgical intervention and potential cure of a debilitating problem. Although infrequently seen, such a patient requires awareness of the unique problems removal of these large masses may cause. Successful management requires a comprehensive approach before, during, and after the operative procedure. There are three keys to optimal management: 1) a multisystem, team approach, 2) intact cyst removal, and 3) a special incision and reconstructive technique.
authors.affiliation: Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, School of Medicine, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill 27514.
authors.forename: D J
authors.initials: DJ
authors.lastname: Dotters
authors.forename: V L
authors.initials: VL
authors.lastname: Katz
authors.forename: J
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Currie
mesh_terms: D000009:Abdominal Muscles / Q000601:surgery; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007044:Hysterectomy / Q000379:methods; D008875:Middle Aged; D009852:Omentum / Q000601:surgery; D010048:Ovarian Cysts / Q000601:surgery*; D010052:Ovariectomy / Q000379:methods; D011183:Postoperative Complications / Q000601:surgery; D000267:Tissue Adhesions