Isolated Endometriosis on the Rectus Abdominis Muscle in Women without a History of Abdominal Surgery: a Rare and Intriguing Finding

Roberta Granese, Gaspare Cucinella, Valeria Barresi, Giuseppe Navarra, Massimo Candiani, Onofrio Triolo
Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology · 2009 · vol. 16(6) , pp. 798–801 · doi:10.1016/j.jmig.2009.08.005 · PMID:19896616 · W2130196013
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This paper describes a rare case of endometriosis occurring solely on the rectus abdominis muscle in women without prior abdominal surgery, highlighting an unusual presentation of the condition.

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Diagnostic Errors Endometriosis Endometriosis Hernia, Inguinal Rectus Abdominis Rectus Abdominis Adult Endometriosis Endometriosis Female Hernia, Inguinal Humans Incidental Findings Middle Aged Rectus Abdominis Rectus Abdominis Ultrasonography

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