Role of oophoropexy in pediatric primary ovarian torsion without adnexal lesions: A systematic review and meta-analysis

Journal of Pediatric Surgery 2026 Open access

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Authors: Giacomo Mandarano, M. Gazzaneo, Michele Bosisio, Filippo Parolini, Daniela De Previde Prato, Giovanni Boroni, Daniele Alberti
DOI: 10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2026.162938
Cited by: 3
References: 20

Abstract

Background Primary ovarian torsion (POT) affects a morphologically normal ovary without associated adnexal lesions and that carries a high recurrence risk. The role of oophoropexy in preventing POT recurrence remains unclear. Objective To evaluate the effectiveness of oophoropexy in reducing recurrence rates after the first episode of POT. Methods A systematic review and meta-analysis was conducted following PRISMA 2020 guidelines. Retrospective studies including girls

Fields of Study & Subjects

Ovarian cancer diagnosis and treatment Ovarian function and disorders Testicular diseases and treatments

Publication details

Journal / source
Journal of Pediatric Surgery
Publisher
Elsevier BV
Volume
61
Issue
4
Pages
162938–162938
Publication date
23 January 2026
Language
EN