Endosalpingiosis Masquerading as Ovarian Carcinoma and Presenting on Cervical Smear

Background Endosalpingiosis is a common, pathological finding with no symptoms. Histological differentiation of endosalpingiosis from malignancy can be a challenge to pathologists and hence potential for unwarranted surgical intervention exists. Case We report a case of endosalpingiosis with an unus...

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Published in:Scottish medical journal 2008-11, Vol.53 (4), p.1-5
Main Authors: Mcintosh, A, Teo, UL, Millan, DWM, Alexander-Sefre, F
Format: Article
Language:English
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Summary:Background Endosalpingiosis is a common, pathological finding with no symptoms. Histological differentiation of endosalpingiosis from malignancy can be a challenge to pathologists and hence potential for unwarranted surgical intervention exists. Case We report a case of endosalpingiosis with an unusual initial presentation of an abnormal cervical smear suggestive of adenocarcinoma. This finding was further supported by laparoscopic findings resembling ovarian carcinoma, hence leading to major surgical intervention. The final pathology revealed no evidence of neoplastic changes. Conclusion Greater awareness of endosalpingiosis and its masquerading features is needed to avoid unnecessary surgical interventions.
ISSN:0036-9330
2045-6441
DOI:10.1258/RSMSMJ.53.4.10G