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Korean Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology
;
: 1154-1157, 2006.
Article
in Korean
| WPRIM
| ID: wpr-53982
ABSTRACT
Torsion of the fallopian tube is an uncommon cause for acute low abdominal pain in female that is difficult to diagnose. Because it has no pathognomonic clinical symptoms or laboratory findings, a high index of suspicion is important when there is history of pelvic pathologic conditions or surgery. The early diagnosis and surgical treatment of the disease are mandatory to preserve oviduct.