Massive ascites secondary to severe endometriosis.

The West Indian medical journal · 1999 · vol. 48(3) , pp. 158–9 · PMID:10555466 · W2214855744
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This case report describes a diagnosis of massive ascites secondary to endometriosis in a patient treated conservatively with GnRH agonist therapy, which relieved symptoms.

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Abstract

Massive ascites is an unusual association with endometriosis. This case report is of such a condition in an Afro-Jamaican woman. The diagnosis was made at laparotomy and conservative treatment was adopted allowing for retention of reproductive function. Postoperative therapy was Goserelin, a Gonadotropin Releasing Hormone (GnRH) agonist, for six months. This relieved all of her symptoms. However, long term follow-up is needed, as recurrence is possible.

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endometriosis

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Ascites Endometriosis Adult Ascites Endometriosis Endometriosis Endometriosis Female Humans

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