Journal of Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology
Volume 19, Issue 4 , Pages 297-299 , August 2006

Hydrosalpinx with Adnexal Torsion in an Adolescent Virgin Patient—A Diagnostic Dilemma: Case Report and Review of the Literature

  • M. Pinkert

      Affiliations

    • Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology, Meir Hospital, Kfar-Saba, Israel
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  • Z. Klein

      Affiliations

    • Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology, Meir Hospital, Kfar-Saba, Israel
    • ,
  • R. Tepper

      Affiliations

    • Ultrasound Unit, Meir Hospital, Kfar-Saba, Israel
    • ,
  • Y. Beyth

      Affiliations

    • Pediatric and Adolescence Unit, Meir Hospital, Kfar-Saba, Israel
    • Corresponding Author InformationAddress correspondence to: Yoram Beyth, MD, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology, Meir Hospital, Kfar-Saba, Israel 44281

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PII: S1083-3188(06)00174-4

doi: 10.1016/j.jpag.2006.05.016

Journal of Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology
Volume 19, Issue 4 , Pages 297-299 , August 2006

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