Jeffrey B. Velotta

BACKGROUND: Thoracic endometriosis is an uncommon and frequently under recognized manifestation of endometriosis involving the pleura, diaphragm, or lung parenchyma. Patients often present with nonspecific cyclical thoracic or upper abdomin…

Background: Thoracic endometriosis is a rare disorder caused by endometriotic tissue infiltration of the diaphragm, pleura, lung parenchyma, and airways, causing significant symptoms and clinical challenges. Diagnosis can be determined, aft…