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Umbilical reconstruction for endometriosis: A case report
Amine Sebai1, Aida Zaiem1, Souhaib Atri1
1Hôpital la Rabta, Tunis, Tunisia.
International Journal of Surgery Case Reports
|September 30, 2025
Summary
Umbilical endometriosis, a rare condition of ectopic endometrial tissue in the navel, presents as a painful nodule. Surgical excision and reconstruction offer effective treatment with good aesthetic results.
Area of Science:
- Gynecology
- Dermatology
- Surgical Pathology
Background:
- Umbilical endometriosis is a rare cutaneous manifestation of endometriosis.
- It involves ectopic endometrial tissue within the umbilical skin, potentially arising spontaneously or post-surgery.
- Symptoms include painful, hyperpigmented umbilical nodules with cyclical exacerbation during menstruation.
