Postmenopausal endometriosis: A case report

S Afr Med J. 1979 Dec 22;56(26):1136-8.

Abstract

A case of postmenopausal endometriosis is presented. Symptoms started 14 years after total abdominal hysterectomy and bilateral salpingo-oöphorectomy for endometriosis following oestrogen administration. The disease had a protracted course and eventually responded well to radiotherapy. Certain aspects of postmenopausal endometriosis are discussed.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Endometriosis / pathology*
  • Female
  • Follow-Up Studies
  • Humans
  • Menopause*
  • Middle Aged
  • Vaginal Neoplasms / pathology*