Variation in Oophorectomy Rates for Children with Ovarian Torsion across US Children's Hospitals
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In brief
In brief
Multicenter analysis of 1,783 pediatric ovarian torsion cases reveals 22.5% underwent oophorectomy, with higher rates in younger children, those with public insurance, and complex chronic conditions. Findings highlight significant practice variation and call for standardized ovarian preservation protocols to reduce unnecessary organ loss.
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In this multicenter study of 1783 children diagnosed with ovarian torsion from 2012 to 2017, 402 children (22.5%) underwent oophorectomy. The odds of oophorectomy were higher in children under 11 years of age, children with public insurance, and children with complex chronic conditions. Future efforts should target a preservation-first approach.
DOI: 10.1016/j.jpeds.2020.12.019