Sigmoid Colon Endometriosis Presenting as Colon Obstruction Due to Stricture –A Case Report

Journal Title: International Journal of Research and Review - Year 2017, Vol 4, Issue 10

Abstract

Endometriosis is an estrogen dependent inflammatory disease characterized by the presence of functional endometrial tissue outside the uterus. Endometriosis, a relatively common condition, rarely involves the bowel and present as a large-bowel stricture with intestinal obstruction. We report the case of young female with sigmoid colon endometriosis presenting as a colon obstruction with stricture. The definitive diagnosis of endometriosis can be confirmed by histopathological examination only

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Dr Byna Syam Sundara Rao

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Dr Byna Syam Sundara Rao (2017). Sigmoid Colon Endometriosis Presenting as Colon Obstruction Due to Stricture –A Case Report. International Journal of Research and Review, 4(10), 12-14. https://europub.co.uk/articles/-A-367347