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Total laparoscopic hysterectomy (TLH) is a widely accepted minimally invasive procedure for benign gynecologic diseases. Transvaginal retrieval avoids additional abdominal incisions but may be technically challenging in nulliparous women be…

Sarcomatoid carcinoma (SCA) is a rare and aggressive malignancy characterized by the coexistence of epithelial and mesenchymal components. While it has been described in various organs, SCA of the ileum is exceptionally rare, with only hand…

Sarcoidosis is a multisystem autoimmune disease characterized by the formation of granulomas that can either be limited to the skin as cutaneous sarcoidosis or have systemic involvement affecting multiple organs. Here, we present the case o…

Background Secondary hemorrhage post total laparoscopic hysterectomy (TLH) is defined as bleeding per vagina after 24 hours up to 6 weeks after the primary surgery. The purpose of the study is to determine the possible risk factors for seco…

Ovarian torsion is a gynecologic emergency requiring prompt diagnosis and intervention to prevent ischemic damage and loss of ovarian function. However, its diagnosis remains challenging due to nonspecific symptoms and limitations in imagin…

Pelvic congestion syndrome is characterised by chronic pelvic pain lasting more than six months and is often underdiagnosed. Advanced imaging modalities play a crucial role in guiding further diagnostic evaluations and determining the appro…

Septic pelvic thrombophlebitis (SPT) is a rare postpartum complication, occurring in approximately one in 9,000 vaginal deliveries. Known risk factors include hypertensive disorders of pregnancy, multiple gestation, nulliparity, maternal ag…

Abnormal uterine bleeding (AUB), particularly when associated with uterine leiomyomas, is a frequent cause of iron deficiency anemia among women of reproductive age. While commonly manageable, in rare instances, AUB can result in critically…

A 49-year-old male patient with multiple comorbidities, including end-stage renal disease (ESRD), diabetes mellitus, obesity, and obstructive sleep apnea, presented to the emergency department with clinical signs of hemorrhagic shock in the…

Large bowel obstruction is a known surgical emergency. Common causes include malignancies of the colon and benign conditions, including hernias, adhesions, and other less common conditions such as inflammatory bowel disease, diverticular di…

Uterine perforation is an uncommon but potentially adverse outcome of intrauterine device (IUD) placement. It often occurs around the time of insertion and may go unnoticed, though delayed perforation can also present months or years later.…

A 62-year-old otherwise healthy Caucasian female patient presented to the emergency department with a one-day history of severe abdominal pain, accompanied by nausea and non-bloody emesis. She did not report any prior similar episodes and d…

Spigelian hernia (SH) is a rare type of lateral ventral hernia occurring through the Spigelian fascia, accounting for only 0.1-2% of all ventral hernias. Though commonly considered spontaneous, an increasing number of iatrogenic cases have …

The severity of acute pancreatitis ranges from mild discomfort to severe illness with significant complications. While most cases resolve with supportive care, severe acute pancreatitis may lead to rare but serious issues such as spontaneou…

Hyperprolactinemia is often linked to pituitary adenomas, medications, or systemic disorders, but it can also be triggered by stress. The relationship between stress and elevated prolactin levels is complex and requires thorough evaluation …

Endosalpingiosis is a rare, benign condition characterized by the presence of ectopic glandular epithelium that resembles the epithelium of the fallopian tubes. It typically affects the pelvic peritoneum and is often discovered incidentally…

A multiparous 37-year-old female patient (G7P3A4) with a complex obstetric history consisting of a myomectomy for uterine fibroids and a previous cesarean section (C-section) resulted in complicated intra- and postpartum events. The inciden…

Vaginal cuff dehiscence (VCD) is a rare complication of total laparoscopic hysterectomy (TLH); the incidence rate has been reported to be 1.27%. However, a definitive treatment strategy has not yet been established. To our knowledge, we rep…

Hormonal imbalances play a crucial role in the development of various diseases, with a significant impact on the gynecological system, especially in the onset of uterine fibroids (UFs). UFs, also known as myomas or leiomyomas, are noncancer…

BACKGROUND: Artificial intelligence (AI) models are developing rapidly, with growing ability to process extensive and up-to-date medical knowledge. This makes them increasingly important as didactic tools, widely used by residents preparing…

In vitro fertilization (IVF) has revolutionized assisted reproductive technologies (ART), profoundly transforming infertility treatment since its inception. This procedure involves fertilizing an egg with sperm in a controlled laboratory en…

A 45-year-old female presented to the Emergency Department with acute right lower quadrant (RLQ) pain. Her past medical history was significant for heavy menstrual bleeding and moderate dysmenorrhea, though a diagnosis of endometriosis had …

Abdominal tuberculosis (TB) is a rare extrapulmonary manifestation of TB in Europe. It may resemble ovarian cancer, especially when ascites, an adnexal mass, and elevated CA-125 levels are present. This case report aims to underline the sig…

This case report underscores the crucial role of imaging and radiology in the timely diagnosis of a rare but serious complication associated with assisted reproductive technology (ART). A 34-year-old woman with a long-standing history of en…

Ureaplasma species (Ureaplasma spp.) are commensal organisms of the lower urogenital tract, but overgrowth has been associated with vaginal infections such as bacterial vaginosis (BV) and sequelae, including pelvic inflammatory disease (PID…