Endocrine Abstracts

Introduction: Ovarian dermoid cysts, also known as mature cystic teratomas, are a very rare cause of virilization. Virilization in such cases is usually secondary to Sertoli-Leydig tumours, Leydig cell hyperplasia or Sertoli cell tumour. In some cases, no clear explanation for hyperandrogenism is found. Surgical excision of dermoid cyst results in normalization of androgen levels and resolution of symptoms.Case Presentation:</str...