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The Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology of India
Published in: The Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology of India 2/2016

01-12-2016 | Case Report

Endometrial Ossification: An Unusual Cause of Heavy Menstrual Bleeding (HMB)

Authors: Pabashi Poddar, Komal Chavan, Rajendra M. Saraogi, Pramila Yadav

Published in: The Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology of India | Special Issue 2/2016

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Endometrial ossification is a rare occurrence and has also been described as osseous metaplasia of the endometrium, ectopic intrauterine bone, and heterotopic intrauterine bone formation [1]. Most patients present between 20 and 40 years, and the common underlying factors are a history of menstrual irregularities, recurrent abortions, and endometritis. Endometrial ossification may present as secondary infertility, prolonged unexplained vaginal bleeding, or intrauterine pain. …
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Metadata
Title
Endometrial Ossification: An Unusual Cause of Heavy Menstrual Bleeding (HMB)
Authors
Pabashi Poddar
Komal Chavan
Rajendra M. Saraogi
Pramila Yadav
Publication date
01-12-2016
Publisher
Springer India
Published in
The Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology of India / Issue Special Issue 2/2016
Print ISSN: 0971-9202
Electronic ISSN: 0975-6434
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s13224-015-0814-6

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