Cesarean section scar endometriosis

Thomas J. Zuber, T J Zuber, Zuber TJ
The Journal of the American Board of Family Practice · 1993 · vol. 6(5) , pp. 505–6 · PMID:8213242 · W2339538877
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This case report describes endometriosis occurring in a Cesarean section scar and briefly reviews the literature and management strategies for this condition.

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Abstract

Endometriosis is the presence of functional endometrial tissue outside the uterine cavity.l When this tissue occurs in a circumscribed mass, it is referred to as an endometrioma.2 Although endometriosis is usually a pelvic disease, it can involve other sites. Reported here is a case of endometriosis in a Cesarean section scar. A brief discussion of the current literature and management strategies follow.

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endometriosisendometrioma

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Abdominal Muscles Abdominal Muscles Cicatrix Cicatrix Endometriosis Adult Adult Cesarean Section Cesarean Section Endometriosis Endometriosis Endometriosis Female Female Humans Humans Pregnancy Pregnancy

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