Secondary infection of an endometrioma following fine-needle aspiration.
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This paper reports a rare case of Clostridium infection in an endometrioma after fine-needle aspiration, suggesting the procedure can, though rarely, lead to secondary infection.
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A Clostridium infection occurred in an endometrioma following fine-needle aspiration. Fine-needle aspirations are clinically useful and safe. The authors conclude, however, that this procedure may rarely result in a secondary infection. Specific recommendations to avoid such complications are stated.
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