Case Report


Case of deep infiltrating and cystic endometriosis in a patient with a Müllerian anomaly: Surgical treatment by removing non-communicating horn

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1 Fellow Benign Gynecology and Endometriosis, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Jessa Hospital Hasselt, Hasselt, Belgium

2 Medical student, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Jessa Hospital Hasselt, Hasselt, Belgium

3 Gynecologist, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Jessa Hospital Hasselt, Hasselt, Belgium

4 Radiologist, Radiology Department, Jessa Hospital Hasselt, Hasselt, Belgium

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Tanne Daniels

Fellow Benign Gynecology and Endometriosis, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Jessa Hospital Hasselt, Hasselt,

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Article ID: 100197Z08TD2025

doi: 10.5348/100197Z08TD2025CR

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Daniels T, Moelans K, Verguts J, Bielen J. Case of deep infiltrating and cystic endometriosis in a patient with a Müllerian anomaly: Surgical treatment by removing non-communicating horn. J Case Rep Images Obstet Gynecol 2025;11(1):42–47.

ABSTRACT


Introduction: Endometriosis has a higher incidence in patients with Müllerian anomalies due to the increased likelihood of retrograde menstruation. This case presents unique challenges due to the diverse morphologies seen in Müllerian anomalies. Therefore, accurate and timely preoperative diagnosis is essential to optimize pain management and fertility outcomes.

Case Report: This case report presents the case of a 31-year-old patient with grade 4 endometriosis and a Müllerian anomaly, which resulted in the surgical treatment of the non-communication horn as well as the diseased ovary.

Conclusion: This case exemplifies the challenges seen in with Müllerian anomaly-associated endometriosis, such as diagnostic delay and intricacy of surgical treatment options. This case highlights the importance of early intervention and a multidisciplinary approach. Increased awareness of endometriosis in patients with Müllerian anomalies among healthcare providers can improve outcomes and minimize complications.

Keywords: Cystic endometriosis, Endometriosis, Horn excision, Müllerian anomaly

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Author Contributions

Tanne Daniels - Substantial contributions to conception and design, Acquisition of data, Analysis of data, Interpretation of data, Drafting the article, Final approval of the version to be published

Kaat Moelans - Substantial contributions to conception and design, Revising it critically for important intellectual content, Final approval of the version to be published

Jasper Verguts - Interpretation of data, Revising it critically for important intellectual content, Final approval of the version to be published

Jurgen Bielen - Interpretation of data, Revising it critically for important intellectual content, Final approval of the version to be published

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