Bilharzial endocervical polyp

Ahmed E. Eladl*, Abdelhadi M. Shebl, Wagdi F. Elkashef, Khaled R. Zalata

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Abstract

Schistosomiasis still represents a major threat to women' health in many developing countries. The frequency in developed countries is increasing among immigrants and tourists who have a history of freshwater exposure in endemic areas. This is a case of 43-year-old immunocompetent Egyptian woman presented by abnormal vaginal bleeding. The gynecological examination revealed an endocervical polyp measuring 3 x 2 x 1 cm. Polypectomy was done. Histopathological examination revealed several granulomas containing viable eggs of Schistosoma hematobium. Schistosomiasis is rarely presented with endocervical polyp. In developing countries, schistosomiasis may be considered in differential diagnosis of patient with endocervical polyp.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)377-378
Number of pages2
JournalIndian Journal of Pathology and Microbiology
Volume55
Issue number3
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Jul 2012
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • Bilharziasis
  • endocervical polyp
  • polyp

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Pathology and Forensic Medicine
  • Microbiology (medical)

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