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1: Can J Surg. 2002 Dec;45(6):461-2.Click here to read Links

Nontraumatic massive hemoperitoneum from melanoma metastatic to the uterus.

Marschall J, Kennedy RS, Kanthan R.

Department of Surgery, College of Medicine, Royal University Hospital, University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, Sask.

We have reported a case of nontraumatic massive hemoperitoneum caused by melanoma metastatic to the uterus that was readily managed with surgery. We believe this strategy provided effective palliation, improved quality of life and potentially prolonged survival for this patient.

PMID: 12500927 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE]