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A rare case report on ovarian dermoid in hysterectomy patient

Ovarian dermoid cysts, or mature cystic teratomas (MCT), are benign germ cell tumors, accounts for about 10-20% of ovarian tumors. It contains tissues derived from ectoderm, mesoderm, and endoderm. While common in younger women, they are rare in postmenopausal and hysterectomized individuals, with a small percentage exhibiting malignant potential. Here we present a case of 59 years old patient, who was hysterectomised 31 years ago who presented with complaints of abdominal pain. Ultrasound image revealed left ovarian dermoid cyst. patient underwent diagnostic laproscopy followed by minilaprotomy and left ovarian cystectomy. The postoperative period was uneventful. Histopathology confirmed MCT. ovarian dermoid cysts should remain in the differential diagnosis of adnexal masses in post hysterectomy patients, early imaging and appropriate surgical management prevent complications such as torsion and rupture.