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|November 13, 2018

Summary

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Multiple uterine lithiasis, or stones in the uterus, is a rare condition. This case report details a healthy woman with postmenopausal bleeding who was found to have uterine stones without typical causes.

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Area of Science:

Gynecology
Pathology

Background:

Uterine lithiasis is uncommon, particularly without risk factors like intrauterine devices or malignancy.
Postmenopausal bleeding can indicate various gynecological conditions.

Observation:

A 66-year-old, otherwise healthy woman presented with postmenopausal bleeding.
During a vaginal hysterectomy, multiple detached uterine lithiasis (stones) were discovered within the uterine cavity.

Findings:

The presence of uterine stones was confirmed.
No intrauterine device, neoplasia, or malignancy was identified as a contributing factor.

Implications:

This case highlights the possibility of uterine lithiasis occurring in the absence of common predisposing factors.
Further investigation into the etiology of idiopathic uterine lithiasis may be warranted.