A rare case of transmural endometriosis in primary adenocarcinoma of the rectum.

Monica Falleni, M Falleni, David F. Bauer, D Bauer, E Opocher, Enrico Opocher, Laura Moneghini, L Moneghini, Gaetano Bulfamante, G P Bulfamante
Pathologica · 2014 · vol. 106(1) , pp. 14–5 · PMID:24897775 · W2411061925
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This report describes a rare case of transmural rectal endometriosis found alongside advanced primary rectal adenocarcinoma in a patient presenting with obstructive symptoms.

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Abstract

Intestinal endometriosis of the rectum and sigmoid colon, occurring in up to 34% of pelvic endometriosis, mimics a wide number of conditions that are difficult to differentiate from inflammatory or malignant diseases. Herein we report the first case of transmural endometriosis concomitant with advanced primary rectal adenocarcinoma, presenting with obstructive symptoms. Correct diagnosis based on morphological identification and immunohistochemical characterization of the two entities is crucial for treatment.

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endometriosis

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Adenocarcinoma Endometriosis Liver Neoplasms Rectal Neoplasms Adenocarcinoma Adenocarcinoma Adenocarcinoma Endometriosis Endometriosis Endometriosis Female Humans Immunohistochemistry Immunohistochemistry Intestinal Obstruction Intestinal Obstruction Liver Neoplasms Liver Neoplasms Liver Neoplasms Middle Aged

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