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Extragenital endometriosis. A review
1Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Huddinge University Hospital, Sweden.
The European Journal of Surgery = Acta Chirurgica
|January 1, 1992
Summary
Extragenital endometriosis, found in various tissues, causes cyclical pain and bleeding. Diagnosis can be challenging, often requiring histological confirmation and multidisciplinary gynecological consultation.
Area of Science:
- Gynecology
- Pathology
Background:
- Extragenital endometriosis is a common condition affecting various tissues beyond the uterus.
- Symptoms include cyclical pain and bleeding, often worsening with menstruation and potentially leading to significant fibrosis and organ infiltration.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the diagnostic challenges and management strategies for extragenital endometriosis.
- To emphasize the importance of accurate diagnosis and timely gynecological consultation.
Main Methods:
- Clinical observation and case review.
- Histological verification is crucial for diagnosis.
- Assessment of treatment response to hormonal therapy and surgical excision.
Main Results:
- Patients often experience prolonged pain and misdiagnoses before correct diagnosis.
- Endometriotic lesions can infiltrate adjacent organs, causing fibrosis and escalating symptoms.
- Hormonal therapy is a common treatment, but some lesions may require surgical excision.
Conclusions:
- Extragenital endometriosis presents diagnostic difficulties and requires histological confirmation.
- Management involves hormonal treatment and potentially surgical intervention, with gynecological consultation essential for comprehensive care.