ENDOMETRIOSIS

ENDOMETRIOSIS AT CAESARIAN SECTION SCAR.

Authors

  • Mussarat Sultana NESCOM Hospital Islamabad.
  • Huma Karamat NESCOM Hospital Islamabad.
  • Asma Batool DHQ Teaching Hospital Rawalpindi Medical University.

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.29309/TPMJ/2018.25.01.556

Keywords:

Endometriosis, Scar Endometriosis, Incisional Endometriosis

Abstract

A 32 years multiparous lady with history of previous three caesarean sections,
presented with pain in the scar for the last three years. Clinical examination revealed a firm and
tender nodule under the scar which used to become prominent on menstruation. Ultrasound
showed hypoechoic areas with echogenic shadowing. MRI was unremarkable. Clinical diagnosis
of scar endometriosis was made. Local incision done with enblock dissection. Histopathology
confirmed the presence of endometrial glands. This is a case report of cesarean section scar
endometriosis. The pathogenesis, diagnosis and treatment of this presentation are discussed.

Author Biographies

Mussarat Sultana, NESCOM Hospital Islamabad.

MBBS, MCPS, FCPS
Consultant Gynaecologist

Huma Karamat, NESCOM Hospital Islamabad.

MBBS, FCPS
Senior Medical Officer

Asma Batool, DHQ Teaching Hospital Rawalpindi Medical University.

MBBS, MCPS, FCPS.
Senior Registrar

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Published

2018-01-10

Issue

Vol. 25 No. 01 (2018): Vol 25 NO. 01

Section

Articles