[Pseudotumoral rectal endometriosis]

Annales de chirurgie · 1995 · vol. 49(5) , pp. 435–9 · PMID:7574356 · W2427469657
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This paper describes a case of rectal endometriosis causing acute obstruction, initially mistaken for malignancy, and reviews its diagnosis and management.

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Abstract

A case of rectal endometriosis, presenting in the form of acute obstruction, is described. The primary diagnosis was malignancy, but endometriosis was discovered at emergency operation. The diagnosis and management of rectal endometriosis are reviewed.

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endometriosis

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Endometriosis Megestrol Megestrol Norpregnadienes Rectal Diseases Adult Adult Barium Sulfate Barium Sulfate Combined Modality Therapy Combined Modality Therapy Contrast Media Contrast Media Endometriosis Endometriosis Endometriosis Endometriosis Enema Enema Female

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