Presence of Adnexal Masses in Pregnancy- A Clinical Study

Abstract

Background: Incidence of adnexal masses in pregnancy ranges from 2% to 10%. The present study was conducted to assess the cases of adnexal masses in pregnancy. Materials & Methods: The present study was conducted on 46 cases of adnexal masses in pregnancy. General information such as name, age, gender etc. was recorded. The presence of adnexal masses, symptoms etc. was recorded. Results: Age group 18- 28 years had 26 cases, 28-38 years had 16 cases and 38-48 years had 4 cases. The difference was significant (P< 0.05). Common adnexal masses werehemorrhagic cysts (12), hyperstimulated ovaries (10), teratomas (7), cystadenomas (9) and endometriomas (8). The difference was significant (P< 0.05). Common symptoms were loss of appetite (34), pain (40), enlargement of waist diameter (26) and vaginal bleeding (44). The difference was non- significant (P> 0.05). Conclusion: Adnexal masses are not uncommon in pregnancy. The need is to diagnose the case effectively with ultrasonography which can help in preventing the termination of pregnancy and even death of the mother.

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Jyoti Rana

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Jyoti Rana (2018). Presence of Adnexal Masses in Pregnancy- A Clinical Study. Harsukh Educational Charitable Society International Journal of Community Health and Medical Research, 4(1), 4-6. https://europub.co.uk/articles/-A-491852