Ovarian Torsion Flashcards
1
Q
Is ovarian torsion an emergency?
A
Surgical emergency
2
Q
What is ovarian torsion associated with?
A
Ovarian enlargement
3
Q
What is more common, ovary torsion alone or torsion of both the ovary and the adnexa?
A
Adnexal torsion
4
Q
70% of ovarian torsions occur on which side?
A
Right side
5
Q
Female patient presents with severe unilateral lower abdominal pain after PT with abdominal tenderness with guarding and unilateral adnexal tenderness on bimanual exam, what condition might this patient have?
A
Ovarian torsion
6
Q
What labs should be done for patients with ovarian torsion?
A
hCG, CBC
7
Q
What imaging should be done for ovarian torsion?
A
Transvaginal with doppler
8
Q
What treatment should be done for patients with ovarian torsion?
A
Emergency GYN surgery
