Sonographic diagnosis of a large and deep endometrioma of the uterine cervix

J Clin Ultrasound. 2010 May;38(4):209-11. doi: 10.1002/jcu.20677.

Abstract

We present a rare case of endometriosis of the cervix. Transvaginal sonography showed a 35-mm cyst in the cervix with diffuse, low-level internal echoes. Transvaginal sonography-guided aspiration with a 17-gauge needle was performed, yielding a very thick chocolate-colored fluid. Cytological examination of the fluid revealed the presence of endometrial cells. Symptoms resolved after aspiration and no recurrence has developed.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Cervix Uteri / diagnostic imaging*
  • Diagnosis, Differential
  • Drainage / methods
  • Endometriosis / diagnostic imaging*
  • Endometriosis / therapy
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Treatment Outcome
  • Ultrasonography, Doppler, Color / methods
  • Ultrasonography, Interventional / methods
  • Uterine Cervical Diseases / diagnostic imaging*
  • Uterine Cervical Diseases / therapy