Ovarian Mass

Question 1

Are ovarian tumors common?

Answer 1

Yes and mostly benign

Question 2

If an ovarian tumor is malignant, what does it lead to?

Answer 2

Reproductive tract cancer

Question 3

What gene mutation increases risk of ovarian cancer for women?

Answer 3

BRCA

Question 4

Patient presents with a benign, asymptomatic neoplasm with mild non specific GI sx and pelvic pressure, what condition might they have?

Answer 4

Ovarian mass

Question 5

What sx will a patient with advanced malignant disease of the ovaries have?

Answer 5

Abdominal pain, bloating and a palpable abdominal mass

Question 6

What labs should be done for an ovarian mass?

Answer 6

Tumor marker
HcG
Lactate dehydrogenase
Alpha fetoprotein

Question 7

What imaging should be done for a patient with an ovarian mass?

Answer 7

Transvaginal US

Question 8

What is the treatment for a malignant ovarian mass?

Answer 8

Surgical evaluation
Hysterectomy
Chemo

Question 9

What is the treatment for benign neoplasms?

Answer 9

Tumor removal or unilateral oophorectomy