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ArticleInternational medical case reports journal2026

Isolated Tubal Torsion in the Absence of Ovarian Pathology: A Case Report and Literature Review.

Everett Lwamulungi, Prisca Ibe, Dickson Ndukwe Otaka

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Everett LwamulungiDepartment of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Tamworth Rural Referral Hospital, Tamworth, NSW, Australia.ORCID 0009-0005-8315-4295
Prisca IbeDepartment of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Tamworth Rural Referral Hospital, Tamworth, NSW, Australia.
Dickson Ndukwe OtakaDepartment of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Tamworth Rural Referral Hospital, Tamworth, NSW, Australia.

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Abstract

Background: Isolated fallopian tube torsion (IFTT) is an uncommon but important cause of acute lower abdominal pain, particularly in premenarchal girls. Its nonspecific clinical presentation and inconclusive imaging findings often lead to delayed or incorrect diagnosis. Case Presentation: We report the case of a 13-year-old premenarchal girl who presented with right iliac fossa pain and was initially found to have a para-ovarian mass on ultrasonography. Her symptoms temporarily subsided with conservative management; however, she re-presented with worsening pain. Diagnostic laparoscopy revealed torsion of the right fallopian tube associated with a hemorrhagic para-tubal cyst. A right salpingectomy was performed due to irreversible ischemic changes of the tube. Conclusion: This case highlights the challenges of diagnosing IFTT in young females. It aims to increase awareness among clinicians as early surgical intervention can preserve tubal function and prevent complications.

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adnexaisolated tubal torsionpara-tubal cystsalpingectomy

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