Cystic endosalpingiosis presenting as chronic back pain, a case report

Abstract

A 48-year old woman presented with chronic back pain. Previous examinations had been inconclusive. Gynaecological examination revealed large cystic masses on the fundus uteri and left adnexa. Laparoscopy and histopathology showed unusually extensive cystic endosalpingiosis covering the serosa-coated uterine surface as well as the adnexa on both sides. After uneventful laparoscopic-assisted vaginal hysterectomy the patient quickly recovered and was relieved of her chronic backache.Virtual slides: http://www.diagnosticpathology.diagnomx.eu/vs/1501709091077524. © 2013 Scheel et al.; licensee BioMed Central Ltd.