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Inside out: a rare case of nonpuerperal uterine inversion caused by submucosal leiomyoma

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Nonpuerperal uterine inversion (NPUI) is an extremely rare condition characterized by the uterus turning inside out through the endometrial cavity or cervix. Due to its rarity, NPUI presents diagnostic and therapeutic challenges, especially in atypical cases. This report discusses the management of such a case. A 50-year-old woman, P1A0, was referred with a protruding mass from her vagina. With no cervix part identified and no uterus found on abdominal ultrasound, uterine inversion with submucosal leiomyoma was diagnosed. Repositioning was done from the vagina and abdomen using a sondage. Total abdominal hysterectomy was performed. NPUI is a rare condition often caused by uterine fibroids, presenting with vaginal bleeding, pain, and a protruding mass. Diagnosis of uterine inversion relies on clinical signs, ultrasound, or magnetic resonance imaging could help but is not essential. Treatment depends on reproductive goals, but often requires hysterectomy following uterus repositioning. Conservative approaches are rare, and their impact on fertility remains uncertain.

Source: Journal of Surgical Case Reports

DOI: 10.1093/jscr/rjaf803

Authors: Andrew Pratama Kurniawan, David M Allorante

Institutions: University of Indonesia, Rumah Sakit Umum Pusat Nasional Dr. Cipto Mangunkusumo

Language: English

Topic: Uterine Myomas and Treatments

Subfield: Obstetrics and Gynecology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,000