Lymphoceles following second-look laparotomy for ovarian cancer.
In patients treated for ovarian cancer it is crucial to distinguish recurrent malignancy from a benign process. Presented herein is a patient who developed bilateral pelvic lymphoceles following a second-look laparotomy for ovarian cancer. Indications for surgical intervention are discussed and the preferred surgical approach is outlined.
Terada
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Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Michigan School of Medicine, Women's Hospital, Ann Arbor 48109.
Roberts
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JA
D003536:Cystadenocarcinoma / Q000601:surgery*; D004322:Drainage; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007813:Laparotomy / Q000009:adverse effects*; D008206:Lymphatic Diseases / Q000209:etiology*; D008210:Lymphocele / Q000209:etiology* / Q000628:therapy; D008875:Middle Aged; D010051:Ovarian Neoplasms / Q000601:surgery*; D011184:Postoperative Period; D012086:Reoperation