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Endometriosis of the appendix

Year: 2010

Type: article

Abstract: Endometriosis of the appendix is an entity of extragonadal endometriosis. It commonly affects women in the childbearing age with a wide spectrum of clinical manifestations. Women can present with symptoms mimicking acute appendicitis or chronic pelvic pain. The surgical management varies from simple appendectomy to right hemicolectomy depending on the clinical findings. We report 3 cases of endometriosis of the appendix presenting with appendiceal intussusception. The surgical literature is reviewed and current surgical management is discussed.

Source: International Journal of Surgery Case Reports

DOI: 10.1016/j.ijscr.2010.11.001

Authors: Abdulaziz Saleem, Paula Navarro, John L. Munson, Jason Hall

Institutions: Tufts Clinical and Translational Science Institute, Tufts Medical Center, Lahey Hospital and Medical Center

Language: English

Topic: Endometriosis Research and Treatment

Subfield: Reproductive Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $2,090