[Endometriosis of the pancreas]

David Loja-Oropeza, David Loja Oropeza, Loja Oropeza D, Alvizuri Escobedo J, José Alvizuri Escobedo, Maricela Vilca Vasquez, Vilca Vasquez M, Jorge Altamirano Bautista, Altamirano Bautista J
Revista de gastroenterologia del Peru : organo oficial de la Sociedad de Gastroenterologia del Peru · 2009 · vol. 29(1) , pp. 55–60 · PMID:19424410 · W1574872897
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This report details a case of a 23-year-old woman presenting with epigastric pain, a palpable tumor, and pancreatitis, ultimately diagnosed as a pancreatic endometrioma confirmed by laparotomy and pathology.

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Abstract

The case of a 23-year old woman with a history of epigastric pain, a palpable tumor that covered the epigastrium and the left hypochondrium, and an episode of acute pancreatitis was reported. The computerized tomography revealed a pancreatic cyst. The CA-125 increased significantly. An exploratory laparotomy was performed, finding an endometrioma. The pathological anatomy showed necrotic tissue, mucus and blood, with a presence of macrophages with hemosiderin phagocytosis. The symptoms and signs, pathogenesis and treatment of the endometriosis of the pancreas are discussed.

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endometriosisendometrioma

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Endometriosis Endometriosis Endometriosis Endometriosis Pancreatic Diseases Pancreatic Diseases Pancreatic Diseases Pancreatic Diseases Female Female Humans Humans Young Adult Young Adult

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