Abstract
Ovarian tumors in children are uncommon, whether benign or malignant. The diagnosis must be considered, however, when there is unexplained pelvic pain. A palpable mass further raises suspicion and warrants prompt pelvic ultrasound. On occasion, precocious puberty and hirsutism will assist in the clinical evaluation. Surgery is the primary treatment for all ovarian tumors. Attempt at ovarian salvage to preserve fertility is essential. A case report follows, describing a large benign right ovarian tumor whose diagnosis was delayed because of unrelated clinical problems.
Highlights
Ovarian tumors are uncommon in childhood and the teenage years [1, 2]
Ultrasound is the preferred modality for detection
Computed tomography (CT) and more recently, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) both play an important role in detection and staging [3]
Summary
Ovarian tumors are uncommon in childhood and the teenage years [1, 2]. They can be either benign or malignant. Ultrasound is the preferred modality for detection. Computed tomography (CT) and more recently, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) both play an important role in detection and staging [3]. Fibrothecoma in a 15 year old teenage girl. A case report follows which describes a 14 cm. This was likely present seven years prior but became clinically obvious following the onset of puberty
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