[Symptomatic diaphragmatic endometriosis. Laparoscopic treatment with laser CO2. Report of cases]

The endometriosis has been observed in 10% of the women in reproductive age and it is found in pelvis in most of the cases. However, occasionally it is located on nonpelvic organs and infrequently in diaphragmatic location. Two cases of diaphragmatic endometriosis with symptoms are presented and treated with CO2 laser successful. There are a few reports of laparoscopic treatment of diaphragmatic endometriosis. The patients with clinical diagnosis of endometriosis and nonpelvic symptoms have the possibility of the disease in nonpelvic organs. The adequate treatment will be in benefit of the patient.