Unusual cause of intestinal obstruction: ileal endometriosis.

S Chaâbouni, S K Makni, Saloua Makni, Rim Kallel, R I Kallel, Naourez Gouiaa, N Gouiaa, I Bahri, Ibnu Samsul Bahri, L Mnif, Najmeddine Affes, N Affes, T Boudawara
Pathologica · 2009 · vol. 101(3) , pp. 130–2 · PMID:19886549 · W4763376
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This case report details a rare instance of ileal endometriosis causing intestinal obstruction in a 23-year-old woman, initially misdiagnosed as appendicitis, highlighting diagnostic challenges.

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Abstract

Endometriosis is a common condition affecting the female genital tract, but involvement of the ileum is very rare. Its symptoms are vague and are similar to other benign and malignant disorders, and radiographic findings lack specificity. We report the case of a 23-year-old woman presenting with acute intestinal obstruction for whom preoperative diagnosis favoured acute appendicitis. Laparotomy revealed ileal stenosis. A partial small bowel resection was performed. Pathological examination diagnosed ileal endometriosis. Endometriosis may be a cause acute abdominal pain in women, and should be considered in differential diagnosis. Difficulties in establishing its diagnosis are discussed.

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endometriosis

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Endometriosis Ileal Diseases Intestinal Obstruction Adult Appendicitis Appendicitis Diagnosis, Differential Digestive System Surgical Procedures Endometriosis Endometriosis Endometriosis Female Humans Ileal Diseases Ileal Diseases Ileal Diseases Intestinal Obstruction Intestinal Obstruction Intestinal Obstruction

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