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For what reasons ultrasound is preferred to x-rays for ovarian tumour?

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See answer: Plain x-rays do not identify the ovary - ultrasound particularly endovaginal ultrasound not only identifies the ovary accurately but also the bloodflow/vascularity which is a concern in ovarian torsion.

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Answered 4/17/2016

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