A ductus choledochus adenomyosisa

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This paper reports a case of choledochal adenomyosis causing obstructive jaundice in an 80-year-old woman, emphasizing its consideration in differential diagnoses for such symptoms.

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A woman 80 years of age had diffuse adenomyosis in the wall of the choledochus, near to the papilla of Vater. The lesion caused icterus and was operated (partial pancreatoduodenectomy). Adenomyosis should be considered in the differential diagnosis of obstructive jaundice.

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mesh:D004715adenomyosis

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Common Bile Duct Common Bile Duct Common Bile Duct Diseases Common Bile Duct Diseases Common Bile Duct Diseases Endometriosis Endometriosis Endometriosis Aged, 80 and over Common Bile Duct Female Humans

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