Massive ovarian edema in a menopausal woman. A case report

Abstract

Background: Massive ovarian edema is a tumorlike condition in which there is marked enlargement of one or both ovaries due to accumulation of edema fluid in the stroma. It is speculated to occur as a result of partial ovarian torsion.

Case: Massive ovarian edema occurred in a postmenopausal woman.

Conclusion: Massive ovarian edema is a rare cause of an adnexal mass. Knowledge of its existence is important to prevent incorrect treatment. We present the first case occurring in a menopausal woman.