Experience report of the diagnosis and resection of ovarian teratoma in a medical student

Abstract

Teratoma is a benign ovarian germ cell tumor and becomes a gynecological emergency due to the high risk of torsion and ovarian loss. The laparoscopy technique is the treatment that reflects the best prognosis and faster return to routines. When experiencing diagnosis and surgery as a medical student, there was a perception of the need to be more empathetic with patients in their diagnostic experiences and in operative processes. The topic is relevant to the scientific community due to the high rates of gynecological urgency, compromising activities of daily living, involving emotional issues and decreasing fertility. Thus, welcoming and active listening to the doctorpatient relationship is essential, which led to the question: what is the experience of diagnosis and teratoma resection of a medical student patient? To answer this question, the objective was to report the experience of diagnosis and teratoma resection of a medical student patient. Through the diagnosis and information on surgical treatment, the degree of anxiety and fear increased, as well as it was possible to perceive the need for more targeted approaches in the training of physicians regarding attentive listening to the patient's desires. In addition, the support network is essential for a good recovery.