In other cases, treatment usually provides a complete cure. Possible Complications Emergency abdominal surgery caused by twisting, rupture or bleeding of the ovary. Measures Diagnostic tests include laboratory blood studies and pelvic examination. Usually, ultrasound studies with and without blood flow measurements to the involved ovary are used for diagnosis and to help determine the best therapy. Treatment may not be necessary, except to have regular pelvic examinations so the tumor's growth can be monitored.
Some tumors require surgery to diagnose accurately, ruling out malignancy, or to treat.
If one ovary must be removed, normal conception and childbirth is possible as long as a normal ovary remains on the other side. Medication Female hormones or clomiphene may be prescribed. These help shrink or destroy some tumors. Oral contraceptives are often used as the first step in treatment. No restrictions if surgery is not necessary.