Ovarian infarct

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Ovarian infarct, also infarction of the ovary, is an uncommon pathology of the ovary. It may be seen in isolation or in association of benign (e.g. endometriosis) and malignant tumours.

General

  • Not common.
  • May arise in the context of ovarian torsion.[1]

Microscopic

Features:

Images

  • Ovarian infarct - low mag.

  • Ovarian infart - intermed. mag.

  • Ovarian infart - intermed. mag.

  • Ovarian infarct - low mag.

  • Ovarian infart - intermed. mag.

See also

References

  1. ↑ Hiei, K.; Takagi, H.; Matsunami, K.; Imai, A. (2010). "Ovarian torsion; early diagnosis by MRI to prevent irreversible damage.". Clin Exp Obstet Gynecol 37 (3): 233-4. PMID 21077534.
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