Massive ascites due to omental endometriosis
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This paper reports a rare case of massive ascites caused by omental endometriosis, successfully treated with hormonal therapy, avoiding radical surgery.
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Endometriosis associated with massive ascites is an unusual combination. Only 12 cases have been reported since its first description by Brews in 1954. The authors report the first case where radical surgery was avoided because of successful hormonal therapy.
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