GALLSTONES PRESENTING AS A CUL-DE-SAC MASS

Background: Pelvic masses requiring surgical evaluation have many diff erent causes. Case: In an unusual case, a pelvic mass was found to com prise approximately 40 gallstones. Laparoscopy was performed, and the gallstones were removed easily. Conclusion: Nongynecologic causes shou ld be considered in the differential diagnosis of pelvic masses. (C) 1 998 by The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.