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Pelvic lipomatosis complicating ovarian cyst removal: a case report

  • L. Quirino1
  • A. Izzo1
  • E. Niglio1
  • R. Quirino1
  • G. Ciavolino1
  • M. Rotondi1,*,
  • G. Mainini1
  • M. Ardovino1
  • E.M. Messalli1

1Department of Gynecologic Obstetric Sciences and Reproduction, Second University of Naples, Naples, Italy

DOI: 10.12892/ejgo200404517 Vol.25,Issue 4,July 2004 pp.517-518

Published: 10 July 2004

*Corresponding Author(s): M. Rotondi E-mail:

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Abstract

Pelvic lipomatosis consists of an abdominal capsulated mass containing lipidic tissue, generally with remarkable dimensions, responsible for urinary tract disturbances. Here we describe the first case to our knowledge of accidental intraoperative diagnosis associated to an ovarian cyst in absence of objective symptoms and signs.


Keywords

Pelvic lipomatosis; Ovarian cyst; Urinary symptoms


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L. Quirino,A. Izzo,E. Niglio,R. Quirino,G. Ciavolino,M. Rotondi,G. Mainini,M. Ardovino,E.M. Messalli. Pelvic lipomatosis complicating ovarian cyst removal: a case report. European Journal of Gynaecological Oncology. 2004. 25(4);517-518.

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