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Case Reports
. 2014 Mar 27;18(1):24-26.
doi: 10.5935/1518-0557.20140088.

A minimally invasive approach with fertility preservation in a young woman with distinct bilateral ovarian masses: a case report and review of the literature

Márcia M Carneiro  1 , Ivete de Ávila  2 , Patrícia S Gouvea  2 , Maria das Graças M Torres  2 , Ivone D S Filogônio  2
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A minimally invasive approach with fertility preservation in a young woman with distinct bilateral ovarian masses: a case report and review of the literature

Márcia M Carneiro et al. JBRA Assist Reprod. .

Abstract

Adnexal masses are relatively common, contributing to gynecologist office volume and surgical case load. The development of minimally invasive techniques and a greater focus on fertility preservation have led to the favoring of a laparoscopic approach with ovarian cystectomy, when possible. We report the case of a young woman presenting with two simultaneous, distinct ovarian masses who was successfully treated by laparoscopy with preservation of both gonads. A minimally invasive surgical approach by laparoscopy with preservation of both ovaries is feasible and crucial, even in rare and difficult cases such as the case presented.

Keywords: adnexal masses; dermoid cyst; fertility preservation; laparoscopy; ovarian cysts.

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