Ultrasound manifestations of lobulated ovaries: Case report. Issue 18 (May 2018)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Chen, Tianjiao; Li, Jianchu; Yang, Xiao; Huang, Huifang; Cai, Sheng
• Other Names: NA. section editor.
• Is Part Of: Medicine. Volume 97:Issue 18(2018)
• Publication Date: 2018-05
• Subjects: CDFI -- irregular menstrual cycles -- lobulated ovaries -- ovarian malformation -- ultrasound manifestations; Medicine -- Periodicals; Medicine -- Periodicals; Médecine -- Périodiques; Geneeskunde; Medicine; Periodicals; Periodicals; 610.5
• DOI: 10.1097/MD.0000000000010550
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0025-7974

Abstract

Abstract: Rationale: Ultrasound features of lobulated ovaries are rarely described in the literature. Here, we report a case of pathologically proven lobulated ovaries. Patient concerns: A 22-year-old female with irregular menstrual cycles for 9 years came to our hospital because of endless menstruation and anemia for 1 month. Diagnoses: Ultrasound and computed tomography revealed pelvic masses. But diagnosing or excluding neoplasms based on imaging findings was difficult. Interventions: The patient underwent an exploratory laparotomy. Some nodules in the right adnexal region were removed, and a left ovarian biopsy was performed. Outcomes: Pathology results revealed nodular ovarian tissue with cortical fibrosis, but no tumor cells. Lessons: Our case demonstrates ultrasound manifestations of lobulated ovaries and the importance of being acquainted with these features.