What are risk factors for ovarian torsion?

What are risk factors for ovarian torsion?

RISK FACTORS Risk factors for ovarian torsion include the presence of a mobile ovarian mass and a history of prior ovarian torsion. However, it is important to note that normal ovaries can undergo torsion [27]. (See ‘Clinical presentation’ below and ‘Pediatric patients’ below.)

How can you prevent ovarian torsion?

There is no medically certain method for preventing ovarian torsion. However, using hormonal birth control may reduce the likelihood of its development, by limiting the physical impact of ovarian cysts on the reproductive system.

Is ovarian torsion an emergency?

Although ovarian torsion is not common, it is a medical emergency. Surgery will be necessary to untwist or remove the ovary. If the blood supply is cut off long enough, the ovary may no longer be able to do its normal work, which can impact fertility and cause other problems.

Does ovarian torsion pain radiate?

The symptoms of ovarian torsion can include: sudden, severe pelvic pain that may radiate to the abdomen, back, or side (flank)

What causes an ovary to twist?

Sometimes, the presence of a cyst or other tissue mass in the ovary can displace it. The extra weight or mass on the ovary can cause it to start to twist and rotate around its supporting ligaments. Another common cause is an ovarian ligament, connecting the ovary to the uterus, that is longer than usual.

Is ovarian torsion pain constant?

Key Point: Patients with ovarian torsion may present with constant, severe, abrupt, intermittent, or mild pain.

Is ovarian torsion likely to reoccur?

Torsions often occur on one side and only once; however, recurrence in the same ovary or both ovaries is possible.

What happens if ovarian torsion goes untreated?

Ovarian torsion is a gynecological emergency that occurs when there is twisting or torsion of the ovary around its ligamentous supports. If left untreated, it results in loss of blood supply to the ovary and the fallopian tube with resultant infarction and loss of function.

Is ovarian torsion pain intermittent?

Ovarian torsion usually presents with sudden onset of severe, unilateral lower abdominal pain, associated with nausea and vomiting; however, in a small percentage of cases, the clinical course is prolonged, as the torsion can be intermittent.

What happens if ovarian torsion is not treated?

What happens if ovarian torsion is left untreated?

Can an Endometrioma burst?

The rupture of an endometrioma is a rare event, with an estimated incidence of less than 3% among women of childbearing age who are known to have endometriomas(5).