title: Massive ovarian tumor complicating pregnancy. A case report.
abstract: Adnexal masses complicate approximately 1/2,000 pregnancies. Teratomas are the most common ovarian neoplasms found in pregnancy, representing up to 36% of adnexal masses. However, almost all these dermoids are less than 10 cm in diameter. We present a case of a massive benign cystic teratoma complicating pregnancy. The patient initially presented with what appeared to be ascites. Imaging evaluation included ultrasound, magnetic resonance and angiography. These studies demonstrated a large teratoma. The tumor was resected without complications. Important aspects of perioperative care are discussed.
authors.affiliation: Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill 27599-7570.
authors.forename: V L
authors.initials: VL
authors.lastname: Katz
authors.forename: W J
authors.initials: WJ
authors.lastname: Watson
authors.forename: W F
authors.initials: WF
authors.lastname: Hansen
authors.forename: J L
authors.initials: JL
authors.lastname: Washington
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D000465:Algorithms; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D010051:Ovarian Neoplasms / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000601:surgery; D011247:Pregnancy; D011252:Pregnancy Complications, Neoplastic / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000601:surgery; D013724:Teratoma / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000601:surgery