Case ReportInternational Journal of Reproduction, Contraception, Obstetrics and Gynecology

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Ovarian leiomyoma with torsion: a case report

Int J Reprod Contracept Obstet Gynecol. 2017;6(1):295-297.DOI10.18203/2320-1770.ijrcog20164678

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Abstract

We report an uncommon case of primary ovarian leiomyoma with torsion. Leiomyoma of the ovary is an extremely rare benign solid neoplasm of uncertain etiology. Our patient presented with abdominal pain and imaging showed right adnexal solid mass. All tumour markers except LDH were normal. The patient underwent laparotomy proceed right salpingo-ophorectomy. Intraoperatively, it was found to be twisted right ovarian solid tumour and histopathological examination revealed leiomyoma of ovary.

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  1. Department of Gynaecologic Oncology, Christian Medical College, Vellore, Tamil Nadu, India
  2. Department of Pathology, Christian Medical College, Vellore, Tamil Nadu, India

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