Pelvic mass may be due to:

• Fibroids
  
  
• Ovarian cyst
  
  
• Urinary retention
  
  
• Pelvic Abscess
  
  
• Ectopic pregnancy

Diagnosis

A pelvic mass is found during a routine pelvic exam. When a pelvic mass is detected some of the following investigations are carried out. These investigations are important to make decisions about future treatment. These include:

Ultrasound: A procedure that uses sound waves to create pictures of the internal organs that can be viewed on a screen.

Laparoscopy: A surgical procedure that allows a doctor to look directly inside the body.

Blood tests (CA125): Tests to measure substances in the blood and help confirm the diagnosis.

Treatment

This depends on the clinical and ultrasound findings.