Endometriosis with massive ascites

Obstetrics and Gynecology, 65(4), 591-592

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Abstract

One case of extensive endometriosis with ascites in a young nulliparous woman is reported. The patient had been maintained on suppressive therapy with danazol for over two years, demonstrating the feasibility of conservative management in this extremely rare form of endometriosis. However, long-term efficacy and potential for fertility remain to be determined.

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endometriosis massive ascites case report, danazol suppressive therapy endometriosis, endometriosis ascites conservative management, severe endometriosis nulliparous woman treatment, rare forms endometriosis peritoneal fluid, long-term danazol therapy endometriosis outcomes, endometriosis ascites fertility preservation, Halme endometriosis ascites danazol, extensive endometriosis medical management young women, endometriosis with ascites differential diagnosis

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Halme, J., Chafe, W., & Currie, J. L. (1985). Endometriosis with massive ascites. *Obstetrics and gynecology*, *65*(4), 591-592.

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