Cyclical sciatica: endometriosis of the sciatic nerve

J Bone Joint Surg Br. 2008 Jan;90(1):98-101. doi: 10.1302/0301-620X.90B1.19832.

Abstract

We describe a case of sciatic endometriosis in a 25-year-old woman diagnosed by MRI and histology with no evidence of intrapelvic disease. The presentation, diagnosis and management of this rare condition are described. Early diagnosis and treatment are important to prevent irreversible damage to the sciatic nerve.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Diagnosis, Differential
  • Endometriosis / complications
  • Endometriosis / diagnosis*
  • Female
  • Hamartoma / diagnosis
  • Humans
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging
  • Menstruation
  • Neurofibroma / diagnosis
  • Peripheral Nervous System Neoplasms / diagnosis
  • Sciatic Neuropathy / complications
  • Sciatic Neuropathy / diagnosis*
  • Sciatica / etiology