OB/GYN CT Appearances

Ovarian Teratoma (Dermoid) CT Findings

• Cystic mass
• May contain intratumoral fat with negative attenuation
• Usually unilateral but can be bilateral
• Calcification is common

Other Information About Ovarian Teratoma (Dermoid)

Etiology:

• Unknown
• Teratomas form from germ cells

Epidemiology:

• Most common in females under 45 years of age

Presentation:

• May be asymptomatic
• Most common symptom is abdominal/pelvic pain

Prognosis:

• Teratomas are usually benign