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Endometriosis of the ileum

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The American Journal of Digestive Diseases

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Conclusions

1. A case of endometriosis involving the terminal ileum with early obstruction is presented.

2. The value of certain symptoms and signs are discussed which may be of value in establishing a pre-operative diagnosis of endometriosis involving the gastrointestinal tract.

3. The importance of surgical intervention as it pertains to the diagnosis and treatment of the condition is discussed.

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    Albert B. Katz M.D.

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Katz, A.B. Endometriosis of the ileum. Jour. D. D. 15, 162–164 (1948). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF03001398

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