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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Abstract

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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endometriosisendometrioma

MeSH descriptors

Abscess Biopsy, Needle Clostridium Infections Endometriosis Pelvic Neoplasms Abscess Abscess Adolescent Biopsy, Needle Clostridium Infections Clostridium Infections Endometriosis Female Humans Pelvic Neoplasms Ultrasonography

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