Ovarian cysts
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Sometimes a follicle or corpus luteum persists as a follicular or corpus luteum cyst, both of which are easily recognized by ultrasound, CT or MRI.
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Follicular cysts are mostly asymptomatic and regress spontaneously.
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Corpus luteum cysts are most often seen in the first trimester of pregnancy; they usually resolve, but may rupture or twist.