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==Overview==
In general, ovarian torsion occurs in association with an enlarged [[ovary]] .  Because ovarian enlargement plays a critical role, 50% to 60% of cases of ovarian torsion are due to either benign or malignant ovarian tumors,  usually over 4 cm in size. An enlarged ovary that occurs in early [[pregnancy]] due to enlargement of the [[corpus luteum]] can also predispose a woman to ovarian torsion.  Likewise women undergoing [[fertility]] treatment who develop [[theca lutein cyst]]s are at risk of ovarian torsion.  Ovarian torsion can occur in children if a long [[fallopian tube]] is present.
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