Mesenteric Cyst Masquerading as an Ovarian Cyst

Abstract

Abstract Mesenteric cysts are rare benign abdominal lesions that possess the risk of malignant transformation in 3% of reported cases. Most cysts are asymptomatic and can affect practically any abdominal quadrant. They are diagnosed incidentally or during the management of their complications. Ultrasonography, computed tomography scan, magnetic resonance imaging and histopathology are needed for the diagnosis. They can mimic multiple other cysts; hence, their timely diagnosis is of utmost importance. The mainstay of treatment is surgical excision of the cyst, which is essential to prevent the recurrence of malignant transformation. We present a rare case of a 40-year-old female patient with no known comorbidities who started feeling weakness with gradual onset and was increasing. We successfully removed a mesenteric cyst of size approximately 10 cm × 6 cm × 5 cm. This article aims to educate the readers and to make fellow surgeons well aware of this condition for better diagnosis and treatment.