gynecology and obstetrics
Female Pelvic Mass
Introduction
The female pelvic cavity contains the upper female reproductive tract (cervix, uterus, ovaries, fallopian tubes); the adnexa refers to the ovaries, fallopian tubes, and surrounding connective tissues. The pelvic cavity also contains the intestines, bladder, and lower ureters. A pelvic mass may originate from any of these structures. A pelvic mass may be detected during routine gynecologic examination or an imaging test. A pelvic mass may be noncancerous or Introduction to Gynecologic Tumors . 