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Endometriosis arising in abdominal incisions
The Journal of the American Osteopathic Association
|July 1, 1989
Summary
Abdominal scar endometriosis is a rare complication after cesarean section, occurring in less than 0.5% of cases. This condition requires accurate diagnosis and complete surgical excision for effective management.
Area of Science:
- Gynecology
- Surgical Pathology
Background:
- Endometriosis is a condition where tissue similar to the uterine lining grows outside the uterus.
- Incisional masses in females can present a diagnostic challenge, with endometriosis being a key differential diagnosis.