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Laparoscopy Versus Laparotomy for Pediatric Ovarian Dermoid
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In brief
This article compares laparoscopic and open surgical approaches for treating ovarian dermoid cysts in children, the most common benign ovarian tumors in pediatric patients. Modern practice favors minimally invasive laparoscopy with ovary-sparing techniques over traditional laparotomy.
Written by the GCMD Library team from the article.
Pediatric ovarian dermoid are the most common benign tumors among the pediatric population [1, 2]. Historically, they have been dealt with by laparotomy. Nowadays, ovary-sparing surgeries are preferred, and laparoscopy is often used instead of laparotomy [3].
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