Side Effects of Surgical Treatment for Adnexal Masses

The surgeon will explain possible side effects to you before surgery. These side effects will be related to the type and extent of the surgery being done. Generally, side effects of surgery would include the possibility of

  • bleeding
  • infection
  • cosmetic changes
  • injury to other organs

In most cases, the risk of serious side effects is less than 1 percent.

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