Pregnancy-Associated Ectopic Decidua of the Appendix

Abstract

Ectopic decidual transformation is a well-documented phenomenon that occurs most often in the ovary and cervix but also presents on the serosal surfaces of abdominal or pelvic organs. Although generally asymptomatic, ectopic decidua is a rare cause of right iliac fossa pain and acute appendicitis.

Key Words:

• Appendix
• ectopic appendix
• ectopic decidua
• pregnancy.

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J. Lesaffer

AZ Sint-Jan Hospital Ruddershove 10 B-8000 Brugge, Belgium Tel.: [phone] E-mail: [email protected]