Scar endometriosis after a caesarean section: a perhaps underestimated complication
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Scar endometriosis is an uncommon entity. It is often misdiagnosed leading to unnecessary referrals. Gynaecologists and general surgeons must be aware of this entity to avoid discomfort to the patient due to delay in diagnosis. We are presenting a case of scar endometriosis which was misdiagnosed initially. Detailed history of cyclic pain and swelling was the key point for the final diagnosis o...
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عنوان ژورنال: Gynecological Surgery
سال: 2013
ISSN: 1613-2076,1613-2084
DOI: 10.1007/s10397-013-0807-3