MEIGS SYNDROME: A RARE CASE REPORT
A. Hemalatha*, K. Udaya Lakshmi, V. Bhavya, P. Lakshmi, D. Ranganayakulu
ABSTRACT
Meig’s syndrome is defined as the presence of ascites and hydrothorax in association with a benign ovarian tumor. It is a rare clinical entity, which is also considered to be an uncommon complication of benign leiomyoma of the female genital tract. Pleural effusion and ascites resolve with successful resection of the ovarian tumor. Although Meig's syndrome mimics a malignant condition, it is a benign disease and has a very good prognosis if properly managed. Appropriate and accurate diagnosis is necessary to differentiate the syndrome from other ovarian malignancies.
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