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Polypoid endometrioma of the rectosigmoid
Gastrointestinal Radiology
|January 1, 1983
Summary
Bowel endometriosis, often in the sigmoid, can present as an intraluminal mass. This case highlights a rare instance of successful diagnosis via endoscopic biopsy, improving detection of endometriosis in the gastrointestinal tract.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Gynecology
- Surgical Pathology
Background:
- Endometriosis commonly affects the rectosigmoid colon, typically as an intramural mass.
- Intraluminal masses are less common presentations of bowel endometriosis.
- Diagnosis via endoscopic biopsy is infrequent.