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We report the diffusion-weighted imaging findings (DWI) of a case with ovarian torsion. Magnetic resonance imaging revealed a large cyst within a non-enhancing ovary. DWI depicted restricted diffusion which in turn was found to be related with the infarction of the ovary in the laparoscopic salpingo-oophorectomy performed.
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Kilickesmez, O., Tasdelen, N., Yetimoglu, B. et al. Diffusion-weighted imaging of adnexal torsion. Emerg Radiol 16, 399–401 (2009). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10140-008-0767-5
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