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Massive ascites and pleural effusions associated with endometriosis

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We report a case of the unusual presentation of endometriosis causing ascites and pleural effusions subsequently confirmed at laparoscopy. This uncommon occurrence should be considered in a woman of childbearing age with appropriate clinical history, massive ascites, and cystic pelvic masses.

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  1. Mallinckrodt Institute of Radiology, Washington University School of Medicine, 510 South Kingshighway, 63110, St. Louis, MO, USA

    F. J. Schlueter & B. L. McClennan

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Schlueter, F.J., McClennan, B.L. Massive ascites and pleural effusions associated with endometriosis. Abdom Imaging 19, 475–476 (1994). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00206945

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