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34 weeks pregnant with a dermoid on left ovary. the right was removed @ age 11. can the dermoid be removd during a c section? chances of saving ovary?

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Dr. Lori Semel answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Yes: The dermoid cyst can be removed during the c/section. It depends on the size of the cyst and the judgement of the surgeon whether the ovary can be saved. You can be sure that with the absence of the other ovary, the surgeon will do their best to save it!

Answered 9/29/2016

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