Needle tract endometriosis: an unusual complication of amniocentesis.

Obstetrics and gynecology · 1979 · vol. 54(6) , pp. 753–5 · PMID:160025 · W2396643219
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This paper presents and discusses a case of abdominal wall endometriosis that occurred as an unusual complication following amniocentesis.

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Abstract

A case is presented of abdominal wall endometriosis following amniocentesis. A discussion of this unusual phenomenon is included.

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endometriosis

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Abdominal Muscles Abdominal Muscles Amniocentesis Endometriosis Muscular Diseases Neoplasm Seeding Adult Amniocentesis Endometriosis Endometriosis Female Humans Male Muscular Diseases Muscular Diseases Needles Pregnancy

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