Enormous ovarian fibroma
We han an interesting case the other day- a woman presented with abdominal pain and fullness. After furhter diagnostics we found an enormous ovarian fibroma the size of a pineapple.An ovarian fibroma is a rare, benign tumor of the ovary. Most commonly found in women in their 50s during perimenopause or postmenopause, ovarian fibromas account for approximately four percent of all ovarian tumors.Often, ovarian fibromas do not cause symptoms, but they sometimes can cause pelvic pain or discomfort – especially if they are associated with ovarian torsion. In some cases, ovarian fibromas can be part of Meigs Syndrome, a triad of ovarian fibroma, ascites (accumulation of fluid in the abdominal cavity), and pleural effusion (excess fluid buildup around the lungs). Ovarian fibromas are usually diagnosed through imaging, including ultrasound, computed tomography (CT), and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). Sometimes, they are initially detected during palpation performed as part of a pelvic examination. They are usually surgically removed.