Print Overview Female reproductive system Open pop-up dialog box Close Female reproductive system Female reproductive system The ovaries, fallopian tubes, uterus, cervix and vagina (vaginal canal) make up the female reproductive system. Adnexal tumors are growths that form on the organs and connective tissues around the uterus. Adnexal tumors are most often noncancerous (benign), but they can be cancerous (malignant). Adnexal tumors occur in the: Ovaries Fallopian tubes Connective tissue around the ovaries or fallopian tubes Diagnosis of adnexal tumors involves a careful physical exam, imaging tests and, sometimes, surgery. Treatment for adnexal tumors depends on the specific location and types of cells involved. Clinical trials Explore Mayo Clinic studies testing new treatments, interventions and tests as a means to prevent, detect, treat or manage this disease. By Mayo Clinic Staff Adnexal tumors care at Mayo Clinic Request an Appointment at Mayo Clinic Doctors & departments Oct. 02, 2019 Print Share on: FacebookTwitter Show references AskMayoExpert. Adnexal mass. Rochester, Minn.: Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research; 2015. Muto MG. Management of an adnexal mass. http://www.uptodate.com/home. Accessed Sept. 12, 2016. Warner KJ. Allscripts EPSi. Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minn. July 1, 2019. Adnexal tumorsSymptoms & causesDoctors & departmentsCare at Mayo Clinic Advertisement Mayo Clinic does not endorse companies or products. Advertising revenue supports our not-for-profit mission. Advertising & Sponsorship Policy Opportunities Ad Choices Mayo Clinic Marketplace Check out these best-sellers and special offers on books and newsletters from Mayo Clinic. Coronavirus – Free Special ReportSimple, effective home remediesTrain your brain for resilienceMayo Clinic Guide to FibromyalgiaMonthly health insights CON-20212893 Patient Care & Health Information Diseases & Conditions Adnexal tumors