Q50.1: Developmental ovarian cyst
Due to a defect, a cavity has formed in one or both ovaries.
The ovaries are part of the female genitals. There are two ovaries, one on each side. The ovaries sit low down in the abdomen. Egg cells mature in the ovaries. The egg cells can later develop into a child. The ovaries also produce various messenger substances.
If tissue fails to develop properly, defects can occur. The defect originates while developing in the womb.
A cavity in the ovary usually contains fluid. The cavity can also cause pain. If the cavity is very large, the ovary may become twisted. This can cause sudden, very sharp abdominal pains.
Additional indicator
On medical documents, the ICD code is often appended by letters that indicate the diagnostic certainty or the affected side of the body.
- G: Confirmed diagnosis
- V: Tentative diagnosis
- Z: Condition after
- A: Excluded diagnosis
- L: Left
- R: Right
- B: Both sides
Further information
Source
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