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Meyer R, Meller N, Mohr-Sasson A, Toussia-Cohen S, Machtinger R, Bart Y, Mashiach R, Levin G. Clinical features of isolated Fallopian tube torsion: evidence from a large series. HUM FERTIL 2023; 26:971-977. [PMID: 35114880 DOI: 10.1080/14647273.2022.2034056] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/11/2021] [Accepted: 10/14/2021] [Indexed: 11/04/2022]
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We aimed at studying isolated Fallopian tube torsion (IFTT) in a relatively large cohort of women and to evaluate different features of IFTT in comparison to a large cohort of women with non-IFTT adnexal torsion (NIAT). This was a retrospective cohort study. We included women with surgically confirmed ovarian and/or Fallopian tube torsion between March 2011 and June 2020. Fifty-four cases of IFTT were surgically confirmed during the study period and were compared to 422 surgically confirmed NIAT. The rate of controlled ovarian hyperstimulation treatments, current pregnancy, and vomiting was lower in the IFTT group compared with the NIAT group. Cervical tenderness and vaginal discharge were more common in the IFTT group. Oedematous and enlarged ovaries were less common in the IFTT group. In multivariate regression analysis, the following factors were independently associated with IFTT: (i) vaginal discharge [adjusted odds ratio (aOR) 95% CI 8.16, 1.98-33.55]; (ii) cervical motion tenderness (aOR 95% CI 2.71, 1.01-7.29); (iii) fertility treatments (aOR 95% CI 0.26, 0.70-0.77); (iv) previous abdominal surgery (aOR 95% CI 0.46, 0.22-0.96); (v) vomiting (aOR 95% CI 0.38, 0.19-0.76); and (vi) enlarged ovary (aOR 95% CI 0.34, 0.18-0.65). In conclusion, we have identified factors positively and negatively associated with IFTT in a large cohort of women with adnexal torsion.
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- Raanan Meyer
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, The Chaim Sheba Medical Center, Ramat-Gan, Israel
- Faculty of Medicine, Tel-Aviv University, Tel-Aviv, Israel
- The Dr. Pinchas Bornstein Talpiot Medical Leadership Program, Sheba Medical Center, Tel Hashomer, Ramat-Gan, Israel
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, The Chaim Sheba Medical Center, Ramat-Gan, Israel
- Faculty of Medicine, Tel-Aviv University, Tel-Aviv, Israel
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, The Chaim Sheba Medical Center, Ramat-Gan, Israel
- Faculty of Medicine, Tel-Aviv University, Tel-Aviv, Israel
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, The Chaim Sheba Medical Center, Ramat-Gan, Israel
- Faculty of Medicine, Tel-Aviv University, Tel-Aviv, Israel
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, The Chaim Sheba Medical Center, Ramat-Gan, Israel
- Faculty of Medicine, Tel-Aviv University, Tel-Aviv, Israel
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, The Chaim Sheba Medical Center, Ramat-Gan, Israel
- Faculty of Medicine, Tel-Aviv University, Tel-Aviv, Israel
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, The Chaim Sheba Medical Center, Ramat-Gan, Israel
- Faculty of Medicine, Tel-Aviv University, Tel-Aviv, Israel
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- Department of Gynecologic Oncology, Faculty of Medicine, Hadassah Medical Center, Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Jerusalem, Israel
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Bagaria M, Louie M, Wasson M. Fallopian Tubal Torsion: A Rare Cause of Chronic Abdominal Pain. J Minim Invasive Gynecol 2023; 30:257-258. [PMID: 36599375 DOI: 10.1016/j.jmig.2022.12.018] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/27/2022] [Accepted: 12/28/2022] [Indexed: 01/02/2023]
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- Madhu Bagaria
- Department of Medical and Surgical Gynecology, Mayo Clinic (all authors), Phoenix, Arizona.
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Gynecology, Mayo Clinic (all authors), Phoenix, Arizona
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Gynecology, Mayo Clinic (all authors), Phoenix, Arizona
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Daniilidis A, Charitidou S, Petousis S, Margioula‐Siarkou C, Liberis A, Dinas K. Isolated torsion of the fallopian tube associated with hydrosalpinx in a 17-year-old sexually inactive girl: A case report. Clin Case Rep 2021; 9:e04794. [PMID: 34552738 PMCID: PMC8443439 DOI: 10.1002/ccr3.4794] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/17/2020] [Revised: 08/02/2021] [Accepted: 08/22/2021] [Indexed: 11/11/2022] Open
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Isolated tubal torsion is an unusual cause of acute abdominal pain in young sexually inactive patients. However, it should be still taken into account regarding the differential diagnosis of such conditions.
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- Angelos Daniilidis
- 2nd Department of Obstetrics and GynaecologyAristotle University of ThessalonikiThessalonikiGreece
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- 2nd Department of Obstetrics and GynaecologyAristotle University of ThessalonikiThessalonikiGreece
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- 2nd Department of Obstetrics and GynaecologyAristotle University of ThessalonikiThessalonikiGreece
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- 2nd Department of Obstetrics and GynaecologyAristotle University of ThessalonikiThessalonikiGreece
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- 2nd Department of Obstetrics and GynaecologyAristotle University of ThessalonikiThessalonikiGreece
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Elçi E, Sayan S, Elçi G, Koç G. Isolated fallopian tubal torsion: Reproductive age case series. J Obstet Gynaecol Res 2021; 47:2515-2520. [PMID: 33913220 DOI: 10.1111/jog.14810] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/03/2020] [Revised: 01/18/2021] [Accepted: 04/18/2021] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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AIM To present our experiences in isolated fallopian tubal torsion (IFTT) case series, which are difficult to diagnose, in light of the literature. METHODS The data of the patients diagnosed with IFTT surgically in our tertiary hospital between 2018 and 2019 were evaluated. RESULTS Abdominal lower quadrant pain was present in all nine cases. Abdominal pain was accompanied by nausea in five of the nine cases with vomiting in four of the nine cases. Seven of the patients had pain radiating to the vagina. Only one case of IFTT was diagnosed with transvaginal ultrasonography where left tubal dilation and free fluid in the abdomen was found. Two of the nine cases were operated on with a preoperative diagnosis of IFTT. Seven cases were approached laparoscopically and two cases underwent a laparotomy. During the treatment, two of the nine cases underwent detorsion, while seven of the patients underwent a salpingectomy. CONCLUSION IFTT is a very rare condition. Therefore, it is difficult to diagnose as it does not come to mind at first glance. Delay of the operation reduces the chance of preserving the tube.
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- Erkan Elçi
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Health Sciences Umraniye Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Marmara University Faculty of Medicine, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Health Sciences Sancaktepe Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Health Sciences Umraniye Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
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Adnexal torsion is the twisting of the ovary, and often of the fallopian tube, on its ligamental supports, resulting in vascular compromise and ovarian infarction. The definitive management is surgical detorsion, and prompt diagnosis facilitates preservation of the ovary, which is particularly important because this condition predominantly affects premenopausal women. The majority of patients present with severe acute pain, vomiting, and a surgical abdomen, and the diagnosis is often made clinically with corroborative US. However, the symptoms of adnexal torsion can be variable and nonspecific, making an early diagnosis challenging unless this condition is clinically suspected. When adnexal torsion is not clinically suspected, CT or MRI may be performed. Imaging has an important role in identifying adnexal torsion and accelerating definitive treatment, particularly in cases in which the diagnosis is not an early consideration. Several imaging features are characteristic of adnexal torsion and can be seen to varying degrees across different modalities: a massive, edematous ovary migrated to the midline; peripherally displaced ovarian follicles resembling a string of pearls; a benign ovarian lesion acting as a lead mass; surrounding inflammatory change or free fluid; and the uterus pulled toward the side of the affected ovary. Hemorrhage and absence of internal flow or enhancement are suggestive of ovarian infarction. Pertinent conditions to consider in the differential diagnosis are a ruptured hemorrhagic ovarian cyst, massive ovarian edema, ovarian hyperstimulation, and a degenerating leiomyoma. Online supplemental material is available for this article. ©RSNA, 2021.
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- M Taufiq Dawood
- From the Department of Radiology, St Mary's Hospital, Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, Praed Street, London W2 1NY, England (M.T.D., M.N., N.B., S.A.S., A.G.R., V.R.S.); and Division of Cancer, Department of Surgery and Cancer, Imperial College London, London, England (N.B., A.G.R.)
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- From the Department of Radiology, St Mary's Hospital, Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, Praed Street, London W2 1NY, England (M.T.D., M.N., N.B., S.A.S., A.G.R., V.R.S.); and Division of Cancer, Department of Surgery and Cancer, Imperial College London, London, England (N.B., A.G.R.)
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- From the Department of Radiology, St Mary's Hospital, Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, Praed Street, London W2 1NY, England (M.T.D., M.N., N.B., S.A.S., A.G.R., V.R.S.); and Division of Cancer, Department of Surgery and Cancer, Imperial College London, London, England (N.B., A.G.R.)
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- From the Department of Radiology, St Mary's Hospital, Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, Praed Street, London W2 1NY, England (M.T.D., M.N., N.B., S.A.S., A.G.R., V.R.S.); and Division of Cancer, Department of Surgery and Cancer, Imperial College London, London, England (N.B., A.G.R.)
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- From the Department of Radiology, St Mary's Hospital, Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, Praed Street, London W2 1NY, England (M.T.D., M.N., N.B., S.A.S., A.G.R., V.R.S.); and Division of Cancer, Department of Surgery and Cancer, Imperial College London, London, England (N.B., A.G.R.)
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- From the Department of Radiology, St Mary's Hospital, Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, Praed Street, London W2 1NY, England (M.T.D., M.N., N.B., S.A.S., A.G.R., V.R.S.); and Division of Cancer, Department of Surgery and Cancer, Imperial College London, London, England (N.B., A.G.R.)
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Ramadan MK, Demachkie K, Mohsen A, Sinno L, Kaza'al J. Isolated Tubal Torsion: A Rare Cause of Acute Pelvic/Abdominal Pain among Adolescent Females. Gynecol Minim Invasive Ther 2020; 9:241-244. [PMID: 33312871 PMCID: PMC7713664 DOI: 10.4103/gmit.gmit_91_19] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/02/2019] [Revised: 12/30/2019] [Accepted: 03/11/2020] [Indexed: 11/14/2022] Open
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Tubal torsion usually occurs as a part of adnexal torsion that affects an ovary and the adjacent tube; however, isolated tubal torsion is an extremely rare condition. Usually, it presents as acute pelvic/abdominal pain but could also exhibit milder intermittent pain alternating with periods of relief (subacute). This condition has seldom been diagnosed preoperative and commonly results in tubal damage due to delayed management. We hereby, report the findings of two cases managed recently at our center. In both cases, the diagnosis was delayed 2–3 days and was only made intraoperative when the tubes could not be salvaged due to extensive necrosis. The extent of tubal damage is predominantly dependent on the duration of vascular insult; hence, the urgency for affecting early diagnosis and intervention to restore blood supply and preserve tubal integrity and function. We advocate the liberal and early use of laparoscopy in patients presenting with subacute unexplained pelvic/abdominal pain.
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- Mohamad K Ramadan
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Rafik Hariri University Hospital, Beirut, Lebanon.,Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Lebanese University, Beirut, Lebanon
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Rafik Hariri University Hospital, Beirut, Lebanon.,Faculty of Medicine, Beirut Arab University, Beirut, Lebanon
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Rafik Hariri University Hospital, Beirut, Lebanon
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- Research Unit, Makassed General Hospital, Beirut, Lebanon
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Rafik Hariri University Hospital, Beirut, Lebanon.,Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Lebanese University, Beirut, Lebanon
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Balasubramaniam D, Duraisamy KY, Ezhilmani M, Ravi S. Isolated Fallopian Tube Torsion: A Rare Twist with a Diagnostic Challenge That May Compromise Fertility. J Hum Reprod Sci 2020; 13:162-167. [PMID: 32792767 PMCID: PMC7394095 DOI: 10.4103/jhrs.jhrs_143_19] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/26/2019] [Revised: 12/14/2019] [Accepted: 02/28/2020] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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Isolated Fallopian tube torsion (IFTT) is a rare entity with utmost important gynecological emergency with difficult preoperative diagnosis. Our aim is to analyze the clinical presentation, risk factors, and management of IFTT. We retrospectively analyzed all patients with intraoperative diagnosis of IFTT in our endogynecological department over a time period of 3 years and 6 months (January 2015–June 2018) in a tertiary level laparoscopic center. The clinical profile of the patients was analyzed and the results formulated. Statistical analysis was done by SPSS system, Version 15.00 (SPSS Inc., Chicago). A total 17 cases were diagnosed with IFTT with or without pathology. The mean age was 28.07 ± 11.3 years. Lower abdominal pain was the most common symptom (88%). About 47% had a history of tubal ligation. Salpingectomy was done in the majority of the patients (82.3%). Detorsion and preservation of the tube was possible in 17.6% of the cases. High index of suspicion is needed to diagnose this rare cause of acute abdomen. Hence, an early intervention can enhance the salvageability of the affected tubes which has a positive impact on the fertility status of the patients. Tubal preservation is the preferred procedure of choice whenever feasible.
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- Devi Balasubramaniam
- Department of Endogynecology, Gem Hospital and Research Centre, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India
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- Department of Endogynecology, Gem Hospital and Research Centre, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India
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- Department of Endogynecology, Gem Hospital and Research Centre, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India
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Kolovos G, Meytap E, Samartzis N, Kalaitzopoulos DR. Isolated torsion of the fallopian tube in a 16-year-old girl: A case report and review of the literature. Case Rep Womens Health 2019; 23:e00132. [PMID: 31316898 PMCID: PMC6611968 DOI: 10.1016/j.crwh.2019.e00132] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/25/2019] [Revised: 06/24/2019] [Accepted: 06/27/2019] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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Torsion of the fallopian tube is when the tube twists on the axis created between the infundibulopelvic ligament and the utero-ovarian ligament. It most commonly presents with appendicitis-like symptoms, such as abdominal pain, nausea and vomiting. Because of its rarity and non-specific symptoms, it is usually misdiagnosed initially, which delays therapy, at the expense of the preservation of fertility. This case report of a 16-year-old girl who had never had sexual intercourse presents an example of the misdiagnosis of fallopian tube torsion. The definitive diagnosis was based on laparoscopy. We summarize our experience and provide our conclusions after reviewing the literature.
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- GeorgiosN Kolovos
- National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Medical School, Athens, Greece
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- Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Cantonal Hospital of St. Gallen, St. Gallen, Switzerland
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- Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Cantonal Hospital Schaffhausen, Switzerland
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Raban O, Zilber H, Hadar E, Efrat Z, Krissi H, Wiznitzer A, Meizner I, Bardin R. Isolated Fallopian Tube Torsion: A Unique Ultrasound Identity or a Serial Copycat? J Ultrasound Med 2018; 37:2387-2393. [PMID: 29573346 DOI: 10.1002/jum.14595] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/14/2017] [Revised: 01/09/2018] [Accepted: 01/11/2018] [Indexed: 06/08/2023]
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OBJECTIVES To report the preoperative ultrasound (US) signs of isolated fallopian tube torsion in surgically verified cases and to estimate whether preoperative US detection of this condition can be improved. METHODS The charts of 27 women with a surgical diagnosis of isolated fallopian tube torsion at a tertiary medical center from 2005 to 2016 were retrospectively reviewed. Data were collected from the electronic database of the US unit and compared with the surgical findings. RESULTS Isolated fallopian tube torsion was correctly diagnosed by US before surgery in 8 of the 27 women (29.6%). In the remainder, the US signs were attributed to torsion of the ovary or the entire adnexa (n = 13), or no torsion was suspected (n = 6). Fallopian tube edema was listed as a US finding in 7 patients, of whom 5 had a correct diagnosis of isolated fallopian tube torsion. The presence of a paraovarian cyst concomitant with normal-appearing ovaries was assumed by US in 5 of the 8 cases that were accurately diagnosed as isolated fallopian tube torsion. The most misinterpreted US finding was an ovarian cyst (suspected in 10 patients and verified at surgery in 2). Absence of blood flow was described in 12 women, of whom 5 had an accurate diagnosis of isolated fallopian tube torsion. Six of the patients with a correct US diagnosis were adults (37.5% of total adults), and 2 were adolescents (18.2% of total adolescents). CONCLUSIONS The US diagnosis of isolated fallopian tube torsion is challenging. A high index of suspicion is necessary to improve its detection, especially when there are possible US signs of torsion in the presence of a normal-appearing ovary.
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- Oded Raban
- Helen Schneider Hospital for Women, Rabin Medical Center, Petach Tikva, Israel
- Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel
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- Helen Schneider Hospital for Women, Rabin Medical Center, Petach Tikva, Israel
- Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel
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- Helen Schneider Hospital for Women, Rabin Medical Center, Petach Tikva, Israel
- Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel
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- Helen Schneider Hospital for Women, Rabin Medical Center, Petach Tikva, Israel
- Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel
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- Helen Schneider Hospital for Women, Rabin Medical Center, Petach Tikva, Israel
- Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel
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- Helen Schneider Hospital for Women, Rabin Medical Center, Petach Tikva, Israel
- Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel
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- Helen Schneider Hospital for Women, Rabin Medical Center, Petach Tikva, Israel
- Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel
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- Helen Schneider Hospital for Women, Rabin Medical Center, Petach Tikva, Israel
- Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel
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Evaluation of adnexal masses in children and adolescents relies on imaging for appropriate diagnosis and management. Pelvic MRI is indicated and adds value for all adnexal masses when surgery is considered or when ultrasound findings are indeterminate. Specifically, features on MR imaging can help distinguish between benign and malignant lesions, which not only influences the decision between surgery and conservative treatment, but also the type of surgery to be performed, including potential use of fertility-sparing approaches with minimally invasive techniques. Larger size, younger age, presentation with precocious puberty or virilization, restricted diffusion in a solid mass, and rapid and strong enhancement of solid components are all features concerning for malignancy. In addition, distinctive MR imaging features of adnexal masses, combined with clinical and laboratory biomarkers, might suggest a specific histological diagnosis.
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- Christopher Z Lam
- Department of Diagnostic Imaging, The Hospital for Sick Children, Medical Imaging, University of Toronto, 555 University Ave., Toronto, ON, M5G 1X8, Canada.
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- Department of Diagnostic Imaging, The Hospital for Sick Children, Medical Imaging, University of Toronto, 555 University Ave., Toronto, ON, M5G 1X8, Canada
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Demirel BD, Hancioglu S, Bicakci U, Ariturk E, Bernay F. Isolated tubal torsion: A rare cause of acute abdomen in childhood. Pediatr Rep 2018; 10:7604. [PMID: 29721248 PMCID: PMC5907730 DOI: 10.4081/pr.2018.7604] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/23/2018] [Revised: 03/03/2018] [Accepted: 03/05/2018] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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Isolated fallopian tube torsion is a rare cause of acute abdomen mostly seen in women of reproductive age. It is often diagnosed during surgery. In this study we aimed to present a case of isolated fallopian tube torsion in a child. An 11-year-old girl presented with abdominal pain. With the help of radiological evaluation we diagnosed. It should be kept in mind that even if ovarian blood flow is normal in girls with abdominal pain, it may be an isolated tubular torsion and requires immediate intervention.
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Ondokuz Mayis University, Samsun, Turkey
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Ondokuz Mayis University, Samsun, Turkey
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Ondokuz Mayis University, Samsun, Turkey
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Ondokuz Mayis University, Samsun, Turkey
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Wasson MN, Patel MD. Isolated Fallopian Tube Torsion Presenting as Acute Pelvic Pain. J Minim Invasive Gynecol 2017; 25:1122-1123. [PMID: 29288736 DOI: 10.1016/j.jmig.2017.12.015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/20/2017] [Revised: 12/16/2017] [Accepted: 12/20/2017] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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- Megan N Wasson
- Department of Gynecologic Surgery, Mayo Clinic Arizona, Phoenix, Arizona.
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- Department of Radiology, Mayo Clinic Arizona, Phoenix, Arizona
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Archambeau C, Labaisse MA, Etobou C, Dutrieux JL, Stalens JP, Gillerot S, Wayemberg M. Torsion tubaire isolée : ne ratons pas le diagnostic ! À propos de deux cas pédiatriques. Imagerie de la Femme 2017. [DOI: 10.1016/j.femme.2017.07.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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Webster KW, Scott SM, Huguelet PS. Clinical Predictors of Isolated Tubal Torsion: A Case Series. J Pediatr Adolesc Gynecol 2017; 30:578-81. [PMID: 28571941 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpag.2017.05.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/26/2017] [Revised: 05/02/2017] [Accepted: 05/07/2017] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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STUDY OBJECTIVE A rare cause of adolescent abdominal pain includes isolated tubal torsion (ITT). Presentation is nonspecific and few studies have investigated ITT in adolescents. Our study objective was to describe the presentation and management of ITT in a large case series. DESIGN Retrospective observational case series. SETTING Tertiary care children's hospital. PARTICIPANTS Participants were female and aged 3-21 years, presenting to Children's Hospital Colorado and diagnosed with ITT between January 2004 and August 2015. INTERVENTIONS AND MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES Clinical presentation, physical exam, laboratory findings, surgical diagnosis, and treatment provided. RESULTS A total of 19 cases were included. Average age was 13.3 (range, 11-18) years. In patients with unilateral abdominal pain (n = 16), there was 100% correlation with side of adnexal pathology. Ultrasound examination in 14 of 18 cases (78%) noted abnormal findings ipsilateral to the ITT. Most cases were managed with laparoscopy (84%; n = 16 of 19) and detorsion with or without cystectomy (74%; n = 14 of 19). Salpingectomy was more common with prolonged pain greater than 24 hours (relative risk 5.6, 95% confidence interval, 0.7-39.0). The most common intraoperative finding was a paratubal cyst (74%; n = 14 of 19). When Doppler flow was performed, it was present in 88% (n = 16 of 18) of the affected adnexa. ITT was more common on the left side (68%; n = 13 of 19). CONCLUSION The high occurrence of paratubal cysts might suggest pathologic predisposition for ITT. Providers should maintain a high index of suspicion for ITT, particularly if associated with a paratubal cyst. Classic examination findings of surgical abdomen, leukocytosis, fever, and absence of Doppler flow are infrequently present. Laparoscopy and detorsion are appropriate treatments for managing ITT.
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The imaging management of an adolescent girl with pelvic pain and ovarian pathology is discussed through the details of a specific case.
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Imaging is crucial in expediting the diagnosis and guiding definitive therapy in children with ovarian torsion. This article reviews the multimodality spectrum of imaging findings in pediatric ovarian torsion, focusing primarily on US appearances. We describe predisposing conditions that can lead to torsion, the pathological basis of the radiologic findings in ovarian torsion, and the common diagnostic pitfalls.
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- Anh-Vu Ngo
- Department of Radiology, Seattle Children's Hospital, University of Washington, 4800 Sand Point Way N.E., Seattle, WA, 98105, USA
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- Department of Radiology, Seattle Children's Hospital, University of Washington, 4800 Sand Point Way N.E., Seattle, WA, 98105, USA
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- Department of Radiology, Seattle Children's Hospital, University of Washington, 4800 Sand Point Way N.E., Seattle, WA, 98105, USA
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- Department of Radiology, Seattle Children's Hospital, University of Washington, 4800 Sand Point Way N.E., Seattle, WA, 98105, USA
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- Department of Radiology, Seattle Children's Hospital, University of Washington, 4800 Sand Point Way N.E., Seattle, WA, 98105, USA
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- Department of Radiology, Seattle Children's Hospital, University of Washington, 4800 Sand Point Way N.E., Seattle, WA, 98105, USA.
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