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Recurrent Tubo-Ovarian Abscesses in a Non-sexually Active Adolescent: A Case Report and Review of Atypical Risk Factors.

Samuel Sabzanov, Marc Ganz, Betsalel Adout, Neekoo Farahmandpour, Jonathan Colarusso, Daniel Yusupov, Nekhama Riznyk, Benjamin Mishail, Daniel Miller

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Article in Cureus, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 1 paper.

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9 authors.

Samuel SabzanovInternal Medicine, State University of New York Downstate Health Sciences University, Brooklyn, USA.
Marc GanzUrology, Maimonides Medical Center, Brooklyn, USA.
Betsalel AdoutInternal Medicine, State University of New York Downstate Health Sciences University, Brooklyn, USA.
Neekoo FarahmandpourInternal Medicine, State University of New York Downstate Health Sciences University, Brooklyn, USA.
Jonathan ColarussoInternal Medicine, State University of New York Downstate Health Sciences University, Brooklyn, USA.
Daniel YusupovInternal Medicine, University Hospital of Brooklyn, Brooklyn, USA.
Nekhama RiznykInternal Medicine, State University of New York Downstate Health Sciences University, Brooklyn, USA.
Benjamin MishailInternal Medicine, University Hospital of Brooklyn, Brooklyn, USA.
Daniel MillerInternal Medicine, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York City Health + Hospitals/Queens, New York, USA.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Tubo-ovarian abscesses (TOAs) are serious infections that typically arise in the context of pelvic infections. While they are most often linked to specific risk factors, their occurrence in non-sexually active individuals is uncommon and presents unique diagnostic and management challenges. This case describes a 14-year-old adolescent with recurrent TOAs. She presented with abdominal pain, fever, and laboratory findings suggestive of infection. Imaging confirmed the presence of a pelvic abscess, requiring a combination of antibiotics and procedural intervention. A thorough evaluation did not reveal any clear predisposing factors. Her condition improved with treatment, and follow-up care was arranged to monitor for recurrence. This case highlights the importance of considering TOA in the differential diagnosis of abdominal pain, even in patients without commonly associated risk factors. Early recognition and a multidisciplinary approach are essential for effective management and improved outcomes.

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pelvic inflammatory diseasepidtoatubo-ovarian abscessurology

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PMID40546569
PMCPMC12182719

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