Bleeding Ureter: Endometriosis Mascarading as a Ureteral Malignancy - A Case Report
Ureteral endometriosis is a serious localization of disease burden that can lead to urinary tract obstruction, with subsequent hydroureter, hydronephrosis, and potential kidney loss. As the diagnosis is elusive, a heavy clinical suspicion is necessary. Surgical technique to treatment varies, but t...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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JCDR Research and Publications Private Limited
2014-10-01
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| Series: | Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research |
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| Online Access: | https://jcdr.net/articles/PDF/4964/10253_CE(Ra)_F(Sh)_PF1(SNAK)_PFA(NC_AK).pdf |
| Summary: | Ureteral endometriosis is a serious localization of disease burden that can lead to urinary tract obstruction, with subsequent hydroureter,
hydronephrosis, and potential kidney loss. As the diagnosis is elusive, a heavy clinical suspicion is necessary. Surgical technique to
treatment varies, but the goal is to salvage renal function and decrease disease burden. Here, we are presenting a rare case of bleeding
ureter in a young lady who had endometriosis of the ureter. |
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| ISSN: | 2249-782X 0973-709X |