Tubo-Ovarian Abscess after Uterine Artery Embolization for Uterine Fibroid
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Tubo-Ovarian Abscess after Uterine Artery Embolization for Uterine Fibroid
Tubo-ovarian abscess is a rare but potentially serious event that can occur after uterine artery embolization (UAE). We describe herein two cases of severe inflammatory tubo-ovarian abscesses. Two women presented with severe abdominal pain, cramping, and fever several months after UAE. Abdominal computed tomography demonstrated an enlarged tubo-ovarian mass, suggestive of an abscess. Percutaneo...
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عنوان ژورنال: Gynecology & Obstetrics
سال: 2015
ISSN: 2161-0932
DOI: 10.4172/2161-0932.1000306