Women with simple ovarian cysts of 50–70 mm in diameter should have yearly ultrasound follow-up .
Those with larger simple cysts should be considered for either further imaging (MRI) or surgical intervention.

The use of the combined oral contraceptive pill does not promote the resolution of functional ovarian cysts.

Where possible removal of benign ovarian masses should be via the umbilical port. This results in less postoperative pain and a quicker retrieval time than when using lateral ports of the same size.

A transvaginal pelvic ultrasound is the single most effective way of evaluating ovarian cysts in postmenopausal women.