Endometriosis of the Small Bowel

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This review discusses seven cases of small bowel endometriosis and relevant literature, presenting a jejunal endometrioma case and offering diagnostic and treatment suggestions.

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Abstract

Seven patients with endometriosis of the small bowel and pertinent literature are reviewed. One case of jejunal endometrioma is presented which may be the first reported in English literature. The various facets of endometriosis of the small intestine are discussed to stimulate further study and to create a greater awareness of this rare but not obscure disease. Suggestions for diagnosis and treatment are presented.

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endometriosisendometrioma

MeSH descriptors

Endometriosis Endometriosis Endometriosis Endometriosis Intestinal Diseases Intestinal Diseases Intestinal Diseases Intestinal Diseases Intestinal Obstruction Intestine, Small Intestine, Small Adult Castration Diagnosis, Differential Fallopian Tubes Fallopian Tubes Female Humans Hysterectomy Intestinal Obstruction

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