"The exact aetiology of fetal ovarian cysts is not well known but it is thought to be related to some form of hormonal stimulation (e.g. fetal gonadotropins, maternal oestrogen, and placental beta-HCG) 6."
"The exact aetiology of fetal ovarian cysts is not well known but it is thought to be related to some form of hormonal stimulation (e.g. fetal gonadotropins, maternal oestrogen, and placental beta-HCG) 6."
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"Associations"
"Complications"
"While it is often difficult to accurately diagnose a fetal ovarian cyst sonographically due to many other cystic lesions having similar appearances, it is typically seen as a well-circumscribed non-septated cyst in the fetal pelvis separate from the fetal bladder, stomach and gallbladder. It is often anechoic if simple and uncomplicated. The presence of a small daughter cyst is considered a characteristic feature. Due to the relative laxity of supporting ligaments, the cyst can sometimes rise into the upper abdomen."