Pelvic Mass...

Pelvic mass may be due to:

• Fibroids

• Ovarian cyst

• Urinary retention Repair of recurrent prolapse

• Pelvic Abscess

• Ectopic pregnancy

Diagnosis

A pelvic mass is found during a routine pelvic exam. When a pelvic mass is detected some of the following investigations are carried out. These investigations are important to make decisions about future treatment. These include:

• Laparoscopy: A surgical procedure that allows a doctor to look directly inside the body.

• Blood tests (CA125): Tests to measure substances in the blood and help confirm the diagnosis. Repair of recurrent prolapse

Treatment

This depends on the clinical and ultrasound findings.

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