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Umbilical endometriosis.

H H Igawa1, T Ohura, T Sugihara

  • 1Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Hokkaido University School of Medicine, Sapporo, Japan.

Annals of Plastic Surgery
|September 1, 1992
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Umbilical endometriosis is a rare condition causing painful, bloody umbilical discharge during menstruation. Surgical excision is the recommended treatment for this rare umbilical tumor.

Area of Science:

  • Gynecology
  • Dermatology
  • Surgical Oncology

Background:

  • Endometriosis is a condition where tissue similar to the uterine lining grows outside the uterus.
  • Umbilical endometriosis is an extremely rare manifestation of endometriosis, presenting as a distinct umbilical lesion.
  • This condition requires careful differential diagnosis, especially in cases of unexplained umbilical tumors.

Observation:

  • A 41-year-old woman presented with a symptomatic umbilical lesion.
  • The lesion exhibited cyclical pain and bloody discharge synchronized with her menstrual cycle.
  • These symptoms are characteristic of endometriosis involving the umbilicus.

Findings:

  • Surgical excision is the primary and most effective treatment for umbilical endometriosis.

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  • Hormonal therapy may lead to incomplete regression of the lesion but is not curative.
  • Complete surgical removal ensures definitive treatment and resolution of symptoms.

    • Implications:

    • Increased awareness of umbilical endometriosis is crucial for accurate diagnosis.
    • It should be included in the differential diagnosis of all umbilical masses and tumors.
    • Prompt surgical intervention can effectively manage this rare gynecological condition.