Abstract
Endometriosis is defined as extrauterine existence of endometrial tissues and it is a frequent problem of the females during the reproductive ages. The most frequent site for endometriosis is the ovaries. It may also be present in the layers of the abdominal wall after cesarean section or other gynecological operations. We presented three cases that underwent surgery for a mass in the abdominal wall which were histopathologically diagnosed as endometriosis.
Keywords:
Extra-pelvic endometriosis, cesarean scar, surgical treatment
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