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Endometriosis in the Bartholin gland
1Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology, Gaziantep University Medical Faculty, Turkey. gocmenahmet@yahoo.com
Summary
Endometriosis can infiltrate Bartholin glands, mimicking a cyst. Diagnosis is confirmed during surgery, and laparoscopy can identify associated endometriosis in infertile women.
Area of Science:
- Gynecology
- Surgical Pathology
Background:
- Bartholin gland cysts are common, presenting as vulvar masses.
- Endometriosis is a condition where endometrial-like tissue grows outside the uterus.
Observation:
- A case of endometriosis infiltrating the Bartholin gland is presented.
- Initial diagnosis was a Bartholin gland cyst.
- Intraoperative findings revealed chocolate-colored fluid, suggesting endometriosis.
Findings:
- Clinical diagnosis of endometriosis was made during surgery.
- Laparoscopy identified minimal intraperitoneal endometriosis.
- This case highlights endometriosis as a differential diagnosis for Bartholin gland masses.
Implications:
- Endometriosis should be considered in the differential diagnosis of Bartholin gland cystic masses.
- Laparoscopy is recommended for infertile women with Bartholin gland masses to rule out intraperitoneal endometriosis.