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Ovarian torsion refers to a twisting of the ovary. If the torsion involves the ovary and the oviduct it is called adnexal torsion. Ovarian torsion is in the differential diagnosis of unilateral abdominal pain in a woman. Approximately 60% of the time it occurs on the right side of the abdomen. | Ovarian torsion refers to a twisting of the [[ovary]]. If the torsion involves the ovary and the oviduct it is called adnexal torsion. Ovarian torsion is in the differential diagnosis of unilateral [[abdominal pain]] in a woman. Approximately 60% of the time it occurs on the right side of the abdomen. | ||
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Overview
Ovarian torsion refers to a twisting of the ovary. If the torsion involves the ovary and the oviduct it is called adnexal torsion. Ovarian torsion is in the differential diagnosis of unilateral abdominal pain in a woman. Approximately 60% of the time it occurs on the right side of the abdomen.