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Appendiceal endometriosis presenting as massive lower intestinal hemorrhage
G P Shome1, M Nagaraju, A Munis
1Hurley Medical Center, Flint, Michigan, USA.
The American Journal of Gastroenterology
|October 1, 1995
Summary
Appendiceal endometriosis, a rare condition, can cause significant rectal bleeding in women of reproductive age. Surgical removal of the appendix effectively treated this unusual presentation.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Gynecology
- Pathology
Background:
- Appendiceal endometriosis is an exceedingly rare condition.
- Rectal bleeding is an uncommon symptom of appendiceal endometriosis.
Observation:
- A 33-year-old female presented with profuse, painless rectal bleeding.
- Colonoscopy identified the source of bleeding as the appendiceal opening.
Findings:
- Histopathological examination confirmed appendiceal endometriosis.
- An emergency appendectomy successfully controlled the rectal bleeding.
Implications:
- Appendiceal endometriosis should be considered in the differential diagnosis of rectal bleeding in young women.
- This case highlights the importance of thorough histopathological evaluation for rare gastrointestinal conditions.