Recurrent pleural effusion and pain in the shoulder in women of reproductive age could have a gynecological cause: case series

Luka Matak, Ivan Bačić, Jakov Mihanović, Nataša Lisica Šikić, Branko Dukić, Barbara Petani, Milan Stanojević
In: Case Reports in Perinatal Medicine · 2019 · vol. 8(2) · doi:10.1515/crpm-2019-0028 · W2964355592
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This case series presents two women with recurrent pleural effusion and shoulder pain, highlighting a potential gynecological cause related to thoracic endometriosis syndrome.

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Abstract Background Endometriosis is a benign disorder defined as the presence of endometrial glands and stroma outside of the uterine cavity. It has been estimated that approximately 10% of the women of reproductive age and 30–50% of the women with infertility are affected. Case presentation We report two nulliparous patients with recurrent pleural effusion and pain in the right shoulder highly suspicious for thoracic endometriosis syndrome (TES). Conclusion The objective of this study was to present patients with unusual symptoms related to gynecological disease. The second aim was to show our single institution experience as a second level hospital in terms of treatment and diagnosis of TES and diaphragmatic endometriosis.

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