Cysts Flashcards
1
Q
what are functional cysts
A
also known as physiological cysts
- Ovarian follicles
- follicular cysts
- corpus luteum cyst
- theca lutein cyst
2
Q
what is the appearance of a functional cyst
A
Anechoic
thin walled
posterior enhacement
3
Q
what is a corpus luteum cyst
A
Failure of absorption of the follicular cyst
4
Q
what does corpus luteum cyst result from
A
Results from intracystic hemorrhage low level echoes or fluid debris with in the cyst
5
Q
what is the appearance of a Corpus luteum cyst
A
Unilocular
unilateral
measuring 6-8cm (Average of 4cm)
-Peripheral flow “Ring of fire appearance”
6
Q
what is thee treatment for corpus luteum cyst
A
No treatment unless torsion regress after 2- 3 cycles
7
Q
what are symptoms of corpus luteum cyst
A
Pain
Nausea
Vomiting
Enlarged, tender ovary
