Meig’s syndrome is associated with ovarian: September 2006
**Core Concept**
Meig's syndrome is a rare clinical condition characterized by the presence of a benign ovarian tumor (most commonly a dermatoid cyst) associated with fluid accumulation in the abdominal cavity (ascites) and pleural effusion, which resolves after the removal of the tumor.
**Why the Correct Answer is Right**
Meig's syndrome is specifically linked to ovarian tumors that produce substances causing fluid accumulation in the body. The exact mechanism is not fully understood, but it's believed to involve the release of vasoactive substances that increase capillary permeability, leading to fluid leakage into the peritoneal and pleural spaces. The resolution of symptoms after tumor removal suggests that the tumor is the primary cause of fluid accumulation.
**Why Each Wrong Option is Incorrect**
**Option A:** While liver diseases can cause ascites, they are not typically associated with Meig's syndrome.
**Option B:** Pleural effusion can be caused by various conditions, but it's not specifically linked to ovarian tumors in Meig's syndrome.
**Option C:** Ovarian cancer is associated with different clinical syndromes, such as Krukenberg tumors, but not Meig's syndrome.
**Clinical Pearl / High-Yield Fact**
Remember that Meig's syndrome is a rare condition, but it's essential to consider it in the differential diagnosis of ascites and pleural effusion, especially in women with benign ovarian tumors.
**Correct Answer: C. Ovarian**