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The management of symptomatic uterine fibroids depends on various factors, including patient preferences and individual considerations. The management options are multimodal, including medical and surgical therapies. In this report, we pres…

Acute appendicitis is a common condition, whereby accurate diagnosis relies on multiple modalities in conjunction with a thorough history and clinical examination. Imaging, particularly computed tomography (CT), is highly sensitive in relia…

Catamenial pneumothorax (CP) is an uncommon condition marked by recurrent spontaneous pneumothorax in women, typically occurring within the first 72 hours of menstruation. It is also the most prevalent manifestation of thoracic endometriosi…

An abdominal cocoon is the formation of a fibro-collagenous membrane that surrounds the small bowel like the larval cocoon. We present a rare case of abdominal cocoon presenting as a subacute intestinal obstruction in a patient with partial…

We depict a unique case of a 39-year-old woman who presented to the emergency department with complaints of right upper quadrant pain. Work-up and a computed tomography (CT) scan revealed acute cholecystitis and the patient underwent laparo…

Abdominal wall endometriosis is a rare form of extrapelvic endometriosis, frequently diagnosed with delay in most cases. It is typically iatrogenic and primarily associated with procedures such as cesarean sections or other gynecological su…

Uterine fibroids (UFs), or leiomyomas, are common benign tumors affecting a significant proportion of women by the age of 50 years. While typically non-cancerous, UFs can severely impact the quality of life (QoL) through symptoms such as he…

A cyst of the canal of Nuck is an uncommon disorder in females. It results from the failure of obliteration of the peritoneal fold that runs along the round ligament. This case report details a unique and rare presentation of a 38-year-old …

Endometrial carcinomas in the isthmus are called lower uterine segment (LUS) cancers. It is a rare location among uterine cancers and is known to be associated with Lynch syndrome, which tends to occur at a young age. Preoperative diagnosis…

Familial Mediterranean fever (FMF) is an autoinflammatory disease characterized by periodic fever, serositis, and arthritis. In women, FMF attacks can sometimes be triggered by the menstrual cycle. Once diagnosed, prophylactic treatment wit…

Mammary-type myofibroblastoma (MTMF) is a rare benign tumor of mesenchymal cells that occurs in the inguinal region, abdominal wall, buttocks, back, and vaginal wall. When a soft tissue mass develops in the inguinal region, there may be a r…

This case report presents a young female who was clinically, radiologically, and intraoperatively misdiagnosed as an ovarian endometrioma and was only diagnosed by histopathological biopsy as complicated serous cystadenofibroma, a rare beni…

Hematometrocolpos is an infrequent congenital anomaly (Mullerian duct anomaly) that results in an imperforate hymen, followed by accumulation of menstrual blood in the vagina and or uterus in prepubertal girls results in retrograde menstrua…

Managing a thin endometrium is a common challenge in assisted reproductive treatments. The thickness of the endometrium is crucial for embryo implantation, with younger patients generally having higher success rates even with a thinner lini…

Endometriosis is a complex condition that is often underdiagnosed, leaving rare but serious risks such as malignant transformation overlooked in many cases. Malignant transformation, especially in extra-gynaecological sites, poses significa…

This case series explores four distinct instances of encapsulating peritoneal sclerosis (EPS), a rare but serious condition characterized by the encapsulation of abdominal viscera, commonly referred to as abdominal cocoon. EPS is associated…

An uncommon and recently identified Müllerian anomaly is the accessory cavitated uterine mass (ACUM). It is distinguished by the presence of a noncommunicating auxiliary cavity inside the uterus, located near and surrounded by uterine smoot…

Endometriosis stands out as the predominant issue among gynecological disorders. Approximately 50% of women experiencing infertility have been observed to be affected by endometriosis. Growing evidence indicates that endometriomas, in isola…

Background Infertility remains a significant challenge affecting millions of couples worldwide, with ovulation abnormalities being a common underlying cause. Pharmacological methods, such as clomiphene citrate, are often used to stimulate o…

Introduction Women with bleeding disorders continue to be underdiagnosed as well as undertreated. Women with bleeding disorders include those with genotype for hemophilia (traditionally named hemophilia carriers), von Willebrand disease (VW…

INTRODUCTION: Abnormal uterine bleeding (AUB) is a common troublesome symptom in the perimenopausal age group. The most common type of AUB in this age group is heavy menstrual bleeding. There is a risk of endometrial carcinoma and atypical …

The 29-year-old participant in the case study has been grappling with infertility for the last six years. Following an assessment of her symptoms, hormone profile, and ultrasound results, she received a diagnosis of polycystic ovarian syndr…

Early detection of oral cavity malignancies is essential for improving treatment outcomes and patient survival rates. Diagnostic imaging, particularly computed tomography (CT), plays a pivotal role in the early identification and detailed a…

Ocular manifestations often serve as critical indicators of underlying systemic diseases, providing valuable diagnostic and prognostic information. This comprehensive review aims to elucidate the complex interplay between ocular symptoms an…

Endometriosis is a prevalent yet often underdiagnosed condition characterized by the presence of endometrial-like tissue outside the uterus, leading to significant morbidity and impaired quality of life. A timely and accurate diagnosis of e…