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  • Obstetrics and Gynecology
  • Infectious Diseases

Background:

  • Pyomyoma is a rare complication of uterine fibroids (myomas) involving infarction and infection.
  • It can present as a diagnostic challenge, particularly in cases of unexplained puerperal fever.

Observation:

  • A woman presented with persistent fever and purulent vaginal discharge six months postpartum after a Cesarean section.
  • Initial treatment with antibiotics was ineffective, and diagnostic imaging revealed a fibroid with an infected collection extending to the endometrial cavity.

Findings:

  • Bacterial culture identified Escherichia coli in the discharge.
  • Surgical myomectomy revealed a large fundal myoma with an endometrial breach and purulent material.

Implications:

  • This case highlights the importance of considering pyomyoma in the differential diagnosis of prolonged postpartum fever.
  • Prompt surgical intervention alongside antibiotic therapy is essential for managing pyomyoma.