Grossing Issues in Ovarian and Fallopian Tube Pathology

Ovaries and fallopian tubes are often removed for treatment of various benign and malignant gynecological conditions including prophylactic resections in high-risk patients. Meticulous grossing techniques are essential for staging, prognostication, and accurate diagnosis. We conducted a comprehensive review of published literature on methods for grossing pelvic adnexal specimens, including standard textbooks and grossing manuals, supplemented by a limited review of grossing protocols from academic institutions. This review addresses common issues encountered during the grossing of ovarian and fallopian tube specimens.