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==DDx==
==DDx==
*Ectopic pregnancy
*[[Ectopic Pregnancy]]
*Ruptured or hemorrhagic cyst
*Ruptured or hemorrhagic cyst
*Appendicitis
*[[Appendicitis]]
*PID
*[[PID]]
*Fibroid (degenerating)
*Fibroid (degenerating)
*Endometriosis
*Endometriosis

Revision as of 11:05, 24 April 2012

Background

  • Occurs in females of all ages (most common in reproductive age women)
  • Ovarian cysts and neoplasms account for 94% of cases in adults
    • Account for only 50% in children (much more likely to torse normal ovaries)

Clinical Features

  • Nausea/vomiting ~ 70%
  • Sudden and sharp pain in the lower abdomen ~ 59%
  • Fever ~ <2%

DDx

Diagnosis

  • Ultrasound
    • Diminished or absent blood flow in the ovarian vessels
    • Ovarian mass

Treatment

  • Emergent OB/GYN consult in ED

Source

  • UpToDate