Massive ovarian edema: review of world literature and report of two cases.

The subject of massive edema of the ovary is reviewed in detail. Two new cases are reported. One is the first case of massive ovarian edema to occur during pregnancy. In addition, all cases from the world literature since the original description in 1969 are reviewed. Background information, clinical signs and symptoms, laparotomy findings, and pathology from all 22 cases are reviewed. Etiology and management are discussed.