Deep infiltrating endometriosis - peritoneal

Discussion:

Endometriosis is defined as endometrial tissue outside the uterus and can involve the ovary, pelvic ligaments, rectosigmoid colon, bladder, Douglas cul-de-sac, or surgical scars. It can manifest as superficial/non-invasive implants, ovarian endometrioma or deep/infiltrating endometriosis which is defined by >5 mm subperitoneal invasion. It can present as pain, dysmenorrhea, dyspareunia, or rarely with constipation. İn this case, peritoneal endometriotic implants cause intestinal adhesions and repetitive constipation.

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