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[Adenomyosis: analysis of 35 cases]
N Ben Aissia1, H Berriri, F Gara
1Service de gynecologie-obstetrique, CHU Mongi Slim La Marsa.
La Tunisie Medicale
|January 5, 2002
Summary
Adenomyosis, a condition found in 28% of hysterectomy specimens, commonly affects women aged 40-50. Vaginal bleeding and pelvic pain are key symptoms, often associated with uterine fibroids.
Area of Science:
- Gynecologic Pathology
- Reproductive Medicine
- Surgical Pathology
Background:
- Adenomyosis is a benign uterine condition.
- Diagnosis often occurs during hysterectomy for other gynecologic issues.
- Understanding adenomyosis prevalence and associations is crucial for patient management.
Observation:
- A study analyzed 35 hysterectomy specimens with adenomyosis.
- The incidence of adenomyosis in this series was 28%.
- The peak age for diagnosis was between 40 and 50 years.
Findings:
- Vaginal bleeding (71%) and pelvic pain (34%) were the most common symptoms.
- A history of pregnancy termination (60%) was noted.
- Adenomyosis frequently coexisted with uterine fibromas (62%).
- Prior uterine surgeries, like C-sections, were reported in 8 patients.
- Hysterography showed limited diagnostic utility (7%), while endovaginal ultrasound and MRI showed promise.
Implications:
- Early diagnosis and management of adenomyosis are important.
- Considering adenomyosis in patients with heavy bleeding or pain, especially with fibroids, is recommended.
- Further research into non-invasive diagnostic methods like ultrasound and MRI is warranted.