Uterine Fibroid Causing Acute Abdomen Due to Ischemic Gangrene: A Case Report

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Submitted: April 4 2025
Published: Apr 10, 2025
DOI: 10.29328/journal.acr.1001135
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Uterine fibroids, Pedunculated fibroid, Ischemic gangrene, Acute a bdomen

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Isam Mohamed Babbiker
Assistant Professor, Obstetrics and Gynecology Department, University of Sinnar, Sudan
Ali Elimam
Isameldin Elamin Medani
Obstetrician and Gynecologist, Jazan University, College of Medcine, Saudi Arabia
Abdalmuein Ibrahim Omar
Assistant Professor, Obstetrics and Gynecology Department, Shendi University, Sudan

Abstract

Our case report discusses the importance of a rare presentation (twisted fibroid) causing severe abdominal pain and the diagnostic dilemma, which may result in ischemic gangrene, increasing morbidity and mortality.


Again, it highlights the correlation between clinical picture and radiological findings, the important technical points when doing ultrasound for pelvic mass and its impact on management plan. The collaboration between the gynecologist and radiologist, along with timely intervention, leads to better outcomes.

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Isam Mohamed Babbiker, Ali Elimam, Isameldin Elamin Medani, & Abdalmuein Ibrahim Omar. (2025). Uterine Fibroid Causing Acute Abdomen Due to Ischemic Gangrene: A Case Report. Archives of Case Reports, 9(4), 140–141. https://doi.org/10.29328/journal.acr.1001135
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