Massive Mesenteric Cyst Masquerading as an Ovarian Mass
A Case Report
Abstract
Giant abdominal masses are frequently a cause for concern to both the physician and patient with the fear of malignancy ever present. Mesenteric cysts are usually incidental and due to their generally non- specific and chronic symptoms, they are more often than not misdiagnosed as adnexal masses or only properly diagnosed at surgery. We present the case of a 52year old Para 8+3 (5 alive) health assistant who had laparotomy on account a supposed huge ovarian cystadenoma a diagnosis made based on clinical and ultrasonographic features. This turned out at surgery to be huge mesenteric cyst. The need for a high index of suspicion and the probable need for a higher order imaging tools such as CT scan and MRI in the accurate diagnosis is highlighted.
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