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.... "A simple classification based on these risk estimates may form the basis of a clinical management approach. This will hopefully facilitate choosing optimal treatment for all patients presenting with adnexal masses."

In an editorial review of the study, Dr. Beryl Benacerraf, President of the American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine (AIUM) and Clinical Professor of Radiology and OB GYN at Brigham and Women's Hospital, commented on the innovative simplicity of this new diagnostic method.

"The investigators have finally been able to level and elevate the playing field so that everybody can practice with expert results in this regard," Benacerraf said. "Not only have the five simple rules demonstrated that you don't have to be an expert to evaluate ovarian masses accurately, but that one can do so simply, reproducibly and reliably."....