Minimally Invasive Adnexal Mass Extraction: Considerations and Techniques (With Videos).
Adnexal masses are a common indication for surgery in the United States. This article reviews the clinical features that may suggest an underlying malignancy, including ultrasound and biomarkers. The decision regarding how to remove an adnexal mass involves consideration of several factors, including body habitus, intra-abdominal anatomy, concomitant procedures planned, characteristics of the adnexal mass, and concern for underlying malignancy. Minimally invasive techniques for removal of adnexal masses are discussed in detail, with a review of the risk of an unexpected underlying malignancy.
['Walsh|Teresa M|TM|', 'McMillin|Miranda G|MG|', 'Kho|Kimberly A|KA|']
D034841:Abdominal Cavity D000291:Adnexal Diseases D000328:Adult D055088:Early Detection of Cancer D005260:Female D006801:Humans D010535:Laparoscopy D019060:Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures D010051:Ovarian Neoplasms D014463:Ultrasonography D020535:Video-Assisted Surgery
Adnexal mass Colpotomy Laparoscopic extraction Laparoscopic removal Laparoscopy Large adnexal masses Tissue extraction