Ovarian Cysts

Ovarian cysts

Among the cysts related to ovarian tumor formations, the most common are follicular cyst and corpus luteum cyst, parovarian cyst and endometrioid cyst. A dermoid cyst, one of the germ cell tumors of the ovaries, is also common.

An ovarian follicular cyst is formed as a result of the accumulation of follicular fluid in an unovulated follicle; It is more often observed during puberty and in young women. It is a thin-walled single-chamber formation, the diameter of which rarely exceeds 8 cm.

Small follicular cysts have moderate hormonal activity. With a diameter of 8 cm or more, torsion of the cyst pedicle or rupture may occur. The diagnosis is made on the basis of clinical manifestations, gynecological and ultrasound examinations.

Treatment depends on the size of the cyst. With a diameter of up to 8 cm, hormonal therapy is prescribed to accelerate reverse development. In case of large sizes or complications, surgical treatment is performed - enucleation of the cyst or resection of the ovary.

A corpus luteum cyst forms in place of a non-regressed corpus luteum. It is usually asymptomatic and undergoes reverse development. Complications include torsion of the leg and rupture of the cyst. Treatment is the same as for follicular cyst.

A parovarian cyst develops from embryonic remains in the mesentery of the fallopian tube. More common in women under 30 years of age. It grows slowly and may not be clinically evident. Treatment is surgical removal.

Dermoid cysts are benign tumors consisting of various tissues. Occurs in young women. Leg torsion often occurs. Treatment is removal of the tumor.