[Villar's nodule]

Revue medicale de Liege · 2023 · vol. 78(7-8) , pp. 420–422 · PMID:37560953 · W4385715850
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Umbilical endometriosis is a rare condition presenting as a nodule with potential for malignancy, best treated with surgical removal.

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Abstract

Umbilical endometriosis is a rare manifestation, most often isolated, of endometriosis, accounting for 0,5-1 % of all cases. It can be primary or secondary following surgery. It usually presents as a solid, skin-colored, red or purple-black nodule, frequently associated with pain and/or perimenstrual bleeding. Because it has a potential for malignant transformation, the gold standard of treatment is surgical removal.

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endometriosis

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Endometriosis Endometriosis Endometriosis Endometriosis Endometriosis Endometriosis Endometriosis Endometriosis Endometriosis Endometriosis Endometriosis Endometriosis Endometriosis Endometriosis Endometriosis Endometriosis Endometriosis Endometriosis Endometriosis Endometriosis

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