Ovarian cysts are more common in women of childbearing age, usually detected during gynecological examinations and can be treated. However, for pregnant women, treatment can be more complicated. Can surgery be performed if there are ovarian cysts during pregnancy?
It is possible to undergo surgery for ovarian cysts during pregnancy, but the decision to have surgery depends on the month of pregnancy. If a woman is less than three months pregnant and discovers ovarian cysts, it is best to wait until after three months of pregnancy before undergoing surgery, as the fetus is more stable at this time and surgery can be performed.
If a woman is found to have ovarian cysts in late pregnancy, she can wait until delivery and have the cysts removed during a cesarean section. However, if there is a tendency for ovarian cysts to enlarge or worsen, early surgery should be performed and termination of pregnancy should be chosen. If ovarian cyst torsion occurs during pregnancy, it is impossible to wait and immediate surgical termination of pregnancy is necessary to avoid more serious consequences.
If a woman's ovarian cyst is not large and does not exceed five centimeters, surgery is not necessary and regular follow-up is sufficient. If the cyst exceeds 5 centimeters but there are no symptoms of acute abdomen, it can be temporarily observed and intense exercise should be avoided. Sexual intercourse is prohibited. During pregnancy, it is important to conduct thorough examinations, observe the development of the fetus, avoid overexertion, have a light diet, and avoid eating cold, spicy, and greasy foods.
