Surgeons Remove Ovarian Cyst Containing Teeth From 19-Year-Old Woman

Surgeons in the city of Lipetsk have successfully removed a dermoid ovarian cyst containing fully formed teeth from a 19-year-old patient, according to Russia's Ministry of Health. Doctors discovered the unusual growth during a medical examination and diagnosed it as a dermoid ovarian cyst, a benign tumor that develops from embryonic cells during fetal development. Medical specialists explained that these cells can become trapped in abnormal locations before birth. As a result, the cyst may gradually develop a variety of tissues, including skin, hair, sebaceous glands, and even tooth enamel.