Postmenopausal spontaneous uterine perforation: Case report

Spontaneous uterine rupture and generalized peritonitis caused by pyometra occurs rarely with high morbidity and mortality. A correct and definite diagnosis can be made with laparotomy or laparoscopy. The clinical findings of perforated pyometra are similar to perforation of the gastrointestinal tra...

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Published in:Turkish journal of obstetrics and gynecology 2015-06, Vol.12 (2), p.122-124
Main Authors: İşlek Seçen, Elçin, Ağış, Hilal, Altunkaya, Canan, Avşar, Ayşe Filiz
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Language:English
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Summary:Spontaneous uterine rupture and generalized peritonitis caused by pyometra occurs rarely with high morbidity and mortality. A correct and definite diagnosis can be made with laparotomy or laparoscopy. The clinical findings of perforated pyometra are similar to perforation of the gastrointestinal tract and gynecologic symptoms are less frequent, which makes preoperative diagnosis difficult. We report a case of a patient aged 82 years who underwent surgery for spontaneous uterine rupture and generalized peritonitis as a result of pyometra.
ISSN:2149-9322
2149-9330
DOI:10.4274/tjod.70370