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Re: bartholin's cyst

From: Harvey S. Marchbein, M.D. (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Mon, 10 Mar 1997 22:28:20 -0600 (CST)

At Mon, 10 Mar 1997, Stephen wrote: >
>I would like to know more about bartholin's cyst.
>
>My friend was recently diagnosed with bartholin's cyst. Her doctor
>advised that there is no need to have it removed.

Bartholin cysts are routinely benign. There are rare, repeat, rare cases in the literature about malignant transformation of a Bartholin's cyst. If the cyst is not causing any problems, they should be left alone. If they cause pain, enlarge to a point where they cause pain, become infected (Bartholin abscess) or recurrently drain and reform, it should be operated upon. The most common surgical procedure for this problem is a "marsupialization" (creation of pouch as in kangaroos being marsupials) of the Bartholin abscess/cyst.

I wish your friend well with her Bartholin cyst. The other information you provided was welcome (as always) but was not necessary in this particular case. 

--
Harvey S. Marchbein, M.D. FACOG, FACS
OBGYN.net U.S. Representative, New York
Great Neck, New York


*Note:  Opinions expressed here are for educational purpose only.
This information is not intended to supplant the need for you to
consult with your physician prior to choosing therapeutic options.



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