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Intraoperative Detection of Subtle Endometriosis: A Novel Paradigm for Detection and Treatment of Pelvic Pain Associated with the Loss of Peritoneal Integrity

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A case report on umbilical endometriosis.

Kewithinwangbo Newme¹, Ranendra Hajong¹, Raguangjienlungle Newme²

¹Department of General Surgery, NEIGRIHMS, Shillong, Meghalaya, India.

Journal of Family Medicine and Primary Care

|September 27, 2021

Summary

Umbilical endometriosis, a rare condition involving uterine tissue in the navel, often goes unnoticed. This case report details its occurrence following laparoscopic umbilical hernia repair.

Keywords:

Endometriosis umbilical endometriosis

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Area of Science:

Gynecology
Surgical Pathology

Background:

Endometriosis is a common benign condition characterized by endometrial tissue outside the uterus.
Umbilical endometriosis is a rare manifestation, often asymptomatic and potentially overlooked by physicians.

Observation:

This case report presents a rare instance of umbilical endometriosis.
The condition developed subsequent to a laparoscopic procedure for umbilical hernia repair.

Findings:

The study documents a case of umbilical endometriosis.
This rare entity was observed after surgical intervention for an umbilical hernia.

Implications:

Highlights the importance of considering rare diagnoses like umbilical endometriosis, especially post-surgery.
Emphasizes the need for vigilance in diagnosing and managing endometriosis, even in unusual locations.