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Peritoneal Ectopic Decidual Reaction Detected in Tubal Ligation Specimen: Histopathological Insights

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Ectopic decidua is the presence of decidual tissue outside the uterus. Pregnancy related peritoneal ectopic decidual reaction develops due to the effect of progesterone. Decidual reaction is a benign condition and can regress spontaneously in the postpartum period. Peritoneal nodules grossly mimic metastatic disease and granulomas. It is important to diagnose these lesions as they do not require therapeutic intervention. Histopathological examination of biopsies sampled during cesarean sections, tubal ligation etc. is necessary for the accurate diagnosis of this condition. We report a case of peritoneal ectopic decidual reaction and discuss its histopathological features and differential diagnosis.

Source: Scholars Journal of Medical Case Reports

DOI: 10.36347/sjmcr.2025.v13i03.051

Authors: Dr. Shifa F Khan, Dr. Prachi R Gaddam, Dr. Susan Cherian, Dr. Raji T Naidu, Dr. Uma P Chaturvedi

Institutions: Bhabha Atomic Research Centre, Bhabha Atomic Research Center Hospital

Language: English

Topic: Reproductive System and Pregnancy

Subfield: Immunology

Field: Immunology and Microbiology

Domain: Life Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4409275285

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