[Ossification of the endometrium: an unusual finding in secondary sterility]

Peter Fehr, P Fehr, P A Diener, D. Benz, U. Lorenz
Gynakologisch-geburtshilfliche Rundschau · 2009 · vol. 33(1) , pp. 31–33 · doi:10.1159/000272002 · PMID:8471882 · W2014513278
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This case report describes recurrent endometrial ossification in a patient with secondary infertility, a rare condition often associated with prior miscarriage or chronic inflammation.

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The rare fact of endometrial ossification can be found after abortion or chronic inflammation. We describe a case from our clinic. Despite repeated curettages new ossifications occurred. The resulting secondary infertility is persisting.

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Endometritis Endometrium Infertility, Female Ossification, Heterotopic Adult Dilatation and Curettage Endometritis Endometritis Endometrium Endometrium Female Humans Infertility, Female Infertility, Female Ossification, Heterotopic Ossification, Heterotopic Postoperative Complications Postoperative Complications Postoperative Complications Recurrence

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