Pneumoperitoneum associated with catamenial pneumothorax in women with thoracic endometriosis

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This paper describes pneumoperitoneum as a rare but potential complication of catamenial pneumothorax, a condition characterized by thoracic endometriosis and recurrent spontaneous pneumothorax synchronized with menstruation.

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endometriosisthoracic_endometriosis

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Diaphragm Endometriosis Menstrual Cycle Pneumoperitoneum Pneumothorax Thoracic Diseases Adult Androgen Antagonists Androgen Antagonists Combined Modality Therapy Diaphragm Diaphragm Diaphragm Endometriosis Endometriosis Endometriosis Female Humans Pneumonectomy Pneumoperitoneum

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