Ovarian cyst in juvenile hypothyroidism

Arch Gynecol Obstet. 2005 Mar;271(3):262-3. doi: 10.1007/s00404-003-0581-y. Epub 2004 Jul 9.

Abstract

Case report: A case of primary hypothyroidism in a pre-pubertal girl presenting with vaginal bleeding and unilateral ovarian cyst is reported. The cyst resolved spontaneously after the institution of thyroid hormone therapy.

Conclusion: Watchful expectancy is recommended when an ovarian cyst is found in association with primary hypothyroidism and precocious puberty.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Child
  • Female
  • Growth Disorders / etiology
  • Humans
  • Hypothyroidism / complications*
  • Hypothyroidism / drug therapy*
  • Ovarian Cysts / diagnostic imaging
  • Ovarian Cysts / etiology*
  • Puberty, Precocious / etiology*
  • Thyroxine / administration & dosage
  • Thyroxine / therapeutic use*
  • Treatment Outcome
  • Ultrasonography

Substances

  • Thyroxine