Tubo-ovarian abscess secondary to actinomycosis: unexpected presentation and its treatment

摘要

This is a case of an ovarian actinomycosis diagnosed as a complex ovarian cyst by ultrasound in asymptomatic patient. The ovarian tumour markers were within normal. The tube and ovary were removed laparoscopically. She received 2?weeks of daily IV 1?g of ceftriaxone, followed by 6?months of oral amoxicillin. CT scan did not show evidence of actinomycosis elsewhere. She did not give any history of intrauterine contraceptive use. Keywords Actinomycosis Intrauterine device Tubo-ovarian abscess.