Dr. Smitaraje D. Wader
Vol. 18, Jul-Dec 2024
Abstract:
Ovaries are paired female internal reproductive organs located in ovarian fossa. Each ovary is oval-shaped, measuring approximately 4 cm in length and 2 cm in width. One end is oriented medially toward the uterus, while the other points laterally toward the fimbriated end of the uterine tube. Each ovary is attached to the broad ligament by mesovarium, a posterior extension of the broad ligament which conveys the ovarian vessels.
Ovaries are the sites for oogenesis. Ovarian cysts often develop due to normal hormonal changes in puberty or during menopause. Follicular cysts are common and originate in unruptured graafian follicles; rarely exceed 1.5cm in diameter. Luteal cysts are formed in the corpus luteum & they rarely exceed 3cm in diameter. Fluid retention prevents the corpus luteum from becoming fibrosed. While most cysts resolve on their own, some may persist. It is estimated that approximately 10 out of 100 women develop ovarian cysts.
Ovarian cysts are leading cause of infertility. The majority of ovarian cysts are benign, particularly those presenting with acute pain, pain may occur because of cyst torsion, cyst rupture, or bleeding into the cyst. Management depends on the presenting clinical situation and may requires urgent surgical intervention.
DOI: http://doi.org/10.37648/ijrmst.v18i01.009