The Shared Ovary: A Multidisciplinary Discussion With Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology

J Pediatr Surg. 2024 Jul;59(7):1349-1354. doi: 10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2024.03.028. Epub 2024 Mar 16.

Abstract

Pediatric and adolescent ovarian lesions are common and are frequently managed by both pediatric surgeons and pediatric and adolescent gynecologists. During the 2023 American Academy of Pediatric Section on Surgery meeting, an educational symposium was delivered focusing on various aspects of management of pediatric and adolescent benign and malignant masses, borderline lesions, and fertility options for children and adolescents undergoing cancer therapies. This article highlights the discussion during this symposium.

Keywords: Fertility; Germ cell tumor; Ovary; Risk stratification.

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Child
  • Female
  • Fertility Preservation / methods
  • Gynecology*
  • Humans
  • Interdisciplinary Communication
  • Ovarian Diseases / surgery
  • Ovarian Diseases / therapy
  • Ovarian Neoplasms* / surgery
  • Ovarian Neoplasms* / therapy
  • Patient Care Team
  • Pediatrics