A Case Report On Abdominal Wall Scar Endometriosis

Abstract

Endometriosis is the presence of functional endometrial tissue outside the uterus. While it commonly involves the
pelvic viscera and peritoneum, it can also occur at extra-pelvic sites. Scar endometriosis or incisional
endometriosis is an infrequent occurrence of endometriosis at the site of a previous surgical scar, mostly following
an obstetrical or gynecological procedure. It typically presents as swelling and abdominal pain at the scar site at
the time of menstruation. USG is an accessible and reliable diagnostic tool, although in doubtful cases CT-scan or
MRI may be required. Surgical excision offers diagnostic confirmation, therapeutic benefit as well as prevents
recurrence. This is a case report on cesarean section scar endometriosis, managed at a tertiary level center with
emphasis on its diagnosis and treatment.