Table 1. Preoperative symptoms and signs associated with adnexal torsion (n = 42).
| Laparoscopy (n = 27) | Laparotomy (n = 15) | P-value | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ovarian or pelvic mass | 27 | 15 | |
| Pelvic pain | 26 | 14 | 0.59 |
| Nausea and vomiting | 5 | 3 | 0.60 |
| Peritoneal sign | 1 | 1 | 059 |
| WBC > 12,000 | 4 | 2 | 0.63 |
| Fever | 0 | 1 | 0.35 |
| Urinary symptoms | 1 | 0 | 0.64 |
| Diarrhea | 0 | 2 | 0.15 |
Notes.
P-value: Fisher’s exact test.