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Abstract
Endometriosis is a common gynecological condition which is sometimes presented to general surgeons as a lump in the abdomen. It can pose a diagnostic dilemma and should be in the differential diagnosis of lumps in the abdomen in females. Diagnosis is usually made following histological examination. This is a case report of abdominal wall endometriosis following caesarian section. This report discusses and evaluates the incidence, pathophysiology, course, diagnosis, treatment and prevention of this condition.Entities:
Year: 2009 PMID: 22216383 PMCID: PMC3243870 DOI: 10.5001/omj.2009.59
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Oman Med J ISSN: 1999-768X