Female pelvic malignancy: spectrum encountered in district hospital: an aid to a general radiologist

Purpose Initial diagnosis and staging of gynaecological malignancy is often the remit of the local general radiologist. The " incidentaloma " is not infrequently encountered on pelvic imaging undertaken for other indications. It can be daunting to those without a solid knowledge of the female pelvis. To recognise the spectrum of female pelvic malignancy and appreciate relevant incidental findings. To identify the pearls and pitfalls of diagnosis, understand important points in staging and restaging disease. To identify potential complications of both tumour and treatment and discuss imaging strategies in suspected local recurrence.