What Does the Term "Adnexal Mass" Mean?
Attachment mass mainly refers to cysts or tumors growing in the attachment area, including ovarian tumors and some masses in the attachment, mesentery, ligament, and other regions. Most of them are physiological masses, but there are also a few pathological reasons. These pathological masses grow rapidly and have the potential for malignancy. If suspicious symptoms appear, medical examination should be promptly sought.
1. Attachment mass is commonly seen in adnexitis. In the early stage of ovarian tumors or cysts, there are no obvious manifestations, and patients will only feel them as they grow, such as irregular menstruation, abdominal distension and discomfort, palpable masses, enlarged cysts, leading to frequent urination or difficulty urinating. In this case, surgery must be performed to remove the cyst.
2. The attachment area in women refers to the fallopian tubes, ovaries, and their mesentery and ligaments. The masses in the attachment area refer to the growth of tumors in these locations, including cystic masses, solid masses, or cystic masses, which can be physiological or pathological.
3. Most are physiological. In most cases, the masses in the attachment area are physiological and do not require treatment. It is recommended that patients undergo a follow-up ultrasound examination 2-3 months later after menstruation to ensure the cyst has disappeared.
4. A few are malignant tumors. If the mass in the attachment area is solid or the cystic mass persists and grows, the possibility of malignant tumors should be considered. There is a risk of rupture or torsion of the mass, and surgery is required for treatment. Depending on the size and clinical nature of the patient's mass, laparoscopic surgery or open surgery can be selected.
