Tubo-ovarian abscess mimicking ovarian tumor in a sexually inactive girl
Dogan, E.; Altunyurt, S.; Altindag, T.; Onvural, A.
Journal of Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology 17(5): 351-352
2004
ISSN/ISBN: 1083-3188
PMID: 15581782
DOI: 10.1016/j.jpag.2004.07.002
Accession: 050863306
Tubo-ovarian abscess is a serious complication of pelvic inflammatory disease rarely seen in sexually inactive girls. Early diagnosis and treatment are essential to prevent further sequela including infertility, ectopic pregnancy, and chronic pelvic pain. We present a case of 19-year-old sexually inactive girl who presented with abdominal pain and pelvic mass resembling ovarian tumor. Unilateral tubo-ovarian abscess with extensive bowel adhesions was determined at laparotomy. Drainage of the abscess and postoperative antibiotic therapy cured the patient.