Ovarian tumours with pregnancy: 8 years experience

Clinical and pathological features of 9 ovarian tumours with pregnancy observed from 1988 to 1995 in District Headquarters Hospital Rawalpindi are discussed. Incidence of tumours was 1:2148.Age of patients ranged from 17-30 years [Mean 24 years]. Mostly tumours were on left side while 14% had bilateral tumours. Size of tumours varied from 8 to 15 cm [Mean 10.8 cm]. No malignant from 8 to 15 cm [Mean 10.8 cm]. No malignant cysts. Line of treatment depends upon the age of gestation period. Laparotomy is mandatory if complications occurs during pregnancy