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In general, ovarian torsion occurs in association with an enlarged [[ovary]] . Because ovarian enlargement plays a critical role, 50% to 60% of cases of ovarian torsion are due to either benign or malignant ovarian tumors, usually over 4 cm in size. An enlarged ovary that occurs in early pregnancy due to enlargement of the corpus luteum can also predispose a woman to ovarian torsion. Likewise women undergoing fertility treatment who develop theca lutein | In general, ovarian torsion occurs in association with an enlarged [[ovary]] . Because ovarian enlargement plays a critical role, 50% to 60% of cases of ovarian torsion are due to either benign or malignant ovarian tumors, usually over 4 cm in size. An enlarged ovary that occurs in early [[pregnancy]] due to enlargement of the [[corpus luteum]] can also predispose a woman to ovarian torsion. Likewise women undergoing [[fertility]] treatment who develop [[theca lutein cyst]]s are at risk of ovarian torsion. Ovarian torsion can occur in children if a long [[fallopian tube]] is present. | ||
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Overview
In general, ovarian torsion occurs in association with an enlarged ovary . Because ovarian enlargement plays a critical role, 50% to 60% of cases of ovarian torsion are due to either benign or malignant ovarian tumors, usually over 4 cm in size. An enlarged ovary that occurs in early pregnancy due to enlargement of the corpus luteum can also predispose a woman to ovarian torsion. Likewise women undergoing fertility treatment who develop theca lutein cysts are at risk of ovarian torsion. Ovarian torsion can occur in children if a long fallopian tube is present.