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Review
. 2020 Jun;63(2):392-404.
doi: 10.1097/GRF.0000000000000528.

Adnexal Masses in Pregnancy

Erin McMinn  1 , Nadav Schwartz
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Review

Adnexal Masses in Pregnancy

Erin McMinn et al. Clin Obstet Gynecol. 2020 Jun.

Abstract

With the increased use and quality of ultrasound in pregnancy, adnexal masses are being encountered with greater frequency. Fortunately, the vast majority of such masses are benign and resolve on their own. However, it is important for clinicians to be familiar with the types of adnexal masses that may be visualized in pregnancy to best counsel these women. In addition, complications such as ovarian torsion, and rarely, even malignancy can occur. In this article, we review the available literature on this subject to help guide the clinician in the diagnosis and management of adnexal masses in pregnancy.

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