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The genitourinary system undergoes a complex development, making it prone to congenital anomalies. Müllerian duct anomalies are among these, affecting the uterus, cervix, and vagina due to errors in ductal fusion or septal resorption during…

Introduction Melasma is a common condition seen in dermatology clinics and is considered to be a multifactorial disease. We designed the present study to: study the factors associated with melasma (including metabolic syndrome (MetS) and bi…

Vagal-mediated cardiovascular responses can occur following carbon dioxide pneumoperitoneum during laparoscopic surgery. In rare cases, an exaggerated vagal reflex may result in profound bradycardia or asystole. We report the case of a 44-y…

Non-cardiogenic pulmonary edema is a rare but potentially life-threatening complication of tocolytic therapy. While commonly associated with beta-agonists and calcium channel blockers, its occurrence with atosiban remains poorly documented.…

Atypical polypoid adenomyoma (APA) of the endometrium is an exceedingly rare biphasic uterine lesion characterized by atypical endometrial glands embedded within fibromuscular stroma. The overlapping histologic features of premalignant and …

This is a case report of a 31-year-old G1P1 with deep infiltrating endometriosis (DIE) of the bladder. She presented with bladder spasms, dysuria, and urinary frequency that worsened during her menses. On magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), s…

INTRODUCTION: Core needle biopsy (CNB) is used to detect carcinoma of the breast, but it does not always provide a definitive diagnosis. Cases can be categorized into diagnostic categories to facilitate further management decisions. The Uni…

Cervical agenesis is an extremely rare congenital anomaly of the female reproductive tract characterized by normal fallopian tubes, an absent cervix, a functioning uterine body, and, occasionally, partial or total vaginal aplasia. It often …

Chronic ectopic pregnancy (CEP) is an uncommon form of ectopic gestation characterized by a slow clinical course and nonspecific symptoms, frequently resulting in delayed or challenging diagnosis. We report the case of a 29‑year‑old woman w…

Iron deficiency anemia is a common clinical condition in reproductive‑age women and is frequently attributed to gynecologic blood loss. However, underlying inherited bleeding disorders remain underrecognized contributors. We present a case …

Chronic right hypochondrial pain is most often evaluated in the context of hepatobiliary disease. When routine investigations fail to identify an intra-abdominal cause, alternative sources of pain should be considered. We report the case of…

Unlike acute tonsillitis, which is readily recognized as infectious, chronic tonsillitis, tonsilloliths, and tonsillar detritus are often considered non-infectious and benign, despite their potential to act as focal infections causing syste…

Endometriosis rarely affects the abdominal wall and typically occurs following surgery, like uterine procedures or, more commonly, cesarean sections. There have been a few instances of endometriosis evolving into malignant clear cell carcin…

Acalculous gangrenous cholecystitis is a rare, life-threatening form of acute cholecystitis associated with significant morbidity and mortality. Neurological deficits may obscure early recognition of severe intra-abdominal pathology, contri…

Background Robotic-assisted surgery has emerged as an advanced minimally invasive approach in gynecology, offering enhanced visualization, precision, and ergonomics. However, real-world clinical data from Indian centers, particularly using …

In vitro fertilization (IVF) success is influenced by a complex interplay of patient- and treatment-related factors. Identifying reliable clinical predictors is crucial for patient counseling and individualized treatment planning. This syst…

Introduction Uterine leiomyoma is a benign smooth muscle tumor commonly occurring in women of reproductive age and showing a myriad of morphologies. Variants account for a minority of these tumors. Lipoleiomyoma is a rare variant of leiomyo…

Cerebral venous thrombosis (CVT) is an uncommon cerebrovascular condition with highly variable clinical presentations and a wide spectrum of underlying causes. Iron deficiency anemia (IDA) has been increasingly recognized as a significant p…

Heavy menstrual bleeding (HMB) is a common gynecological condition among women of reproductive age that significantly affects quality of life and often leads to iron deficiency anemia. Hormonal treatments are usually prescribed in combinati…

Introduction Adnexal masses are among the most frequently encountered gynecological conditions and may require surgical intervention when symptomatic or suspicious for malignancy. With advances in minimally invasive techniques, laparoscopy …

Endometriosis of the umbilicus is uncommon. Presenting symptoms are nonspecific and may mimic other diseases of the umbilicus, such as Sister Mary nodule, granuloma, melanoma, and umbilical hernia. Umbilical endometriosis and umbilical hern…

Endometriosis is a chronic inflammatory disorder characterized by pelvic pain, infertility, and reduced quality of life, and is frequently associated with prolonged diagnostic delay and variable treatment response. Although advances in noni…

Pelvic organ prolapse remains a common condition requiring durable surgical correction, with sacrocolpopexy considered the gold standard. Transvaginal natural orifice transluminal endoscopic surgery (vNOTES) has emerged as a scarless minima…

Dedifferentiated carcinoma of the ovary (DDOC) is a rare and aggressive malignancy characterized by both differentiated and undifferentiated carcinoma components. While its endometrial counterpart, dedifferentiated carcinoma of the endometr…

Intussusception happens when the proximal bowel invaginates into the distal bowel, which can compromise the blood supply and may cause bowel obstruction. Colon intussusception is rare in adults and accounts for only a small proportion of bo…