Bilateral ovarian cysts in a newborn: a case report

Asia Oceania J Obstet Gynaecol. 1992 Mar;18(1):19-22. doi: 10.1111/j.1447-0756.1992.tb00294.x.

Abstract

Large ovarian cysts in the fetus are uncommon. Ultrasonography has helped in the detection of these cysts antenatally and in the newborn female infant. A case of bilateral ovarian cysts in a newborn is presented. The choice of management between conservative measures and surgical approaches remains controversial.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Female
  • Humans
  • Infant, Newborn
  • Ovary / surgery
  • Polycystic Ovary Syndrome / congenital*
  • Polycystic Ovary Syndrome / diagnosis
  • Polycystic Ovary Syndrome / surgery