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Correlation between clinical presentation with USG findings and per-operative findings of ovarian tumor

Background Ovarian tumors present with diverse clinical symptoms and accurate diagnosis is essential for effective management. Ultrasound (USG) is a key diagnostic tool, providing insights into tumor characteristics such as size, location and morphology. However, variations may exist between clinical presentation, USG findings and intraoperative findings. This study aimed to correlate clinical, USG and preoperative findings of ovarian tumors.

Methods This cross-sectional study was conducted in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University, Dhaka, between March and August 2014. A total of 50 women with provisional diagnoses of ovarian tumors, admitted during this period, were included. A purposive consecutive sampling technique was applied and data analysis was performed using MS Office tools.

Results This cross-sectional study was conducted in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University, Dhaka, between March and August 2014. A total of 50 women with provisional diagnoses of ovarian tumors, admitted during this period, were included. A purposive consecutive sampling technique was applied and data analysis was performed using MS Office tools.

Conclusions Common clinical presentations of ovarian tumors include lower abdominal lump, distension, vague discomfort, occasional pain, severe pain, appetite loss, dyspepsia and weight loss. Histopathological patterns include serous and mucinous cyst adenomas, mature teratomas, mucinous cyst adenocarcinomas and serous. Pelvic exams and transvaginal ultrasounds help detect ovarian neoplasms.