Identifying corpus luteum rupture as the culprit for haemoperitoneum - a pictorial review.

Identifying corpus luteum rupture as the culprit for haemoperitoneum - a pictorial review.
Br J Radiol. 2020 Aug 21;:20200383
Authors: Pulappadi VP, Manchanda S, Sk P, Hari S
Abstract
Corpus luteum rupture presenting as acute abdomen is an underdiagnosed condition. Although a self-limiting entity, its differentiation from other causes is essential to prevent unnecessary surgical procedures. The radiologist should be aware of the possibility of a ruptured haemorrhagic ovarian cyst in a female of reproductive age group presenting with pelvic pain and a large amount of haemorrhagic ascites. Imaging characteristically reveals a thick-walled cystic structure in the adnexa with internal echoes, focal discontinuity or irregularity of its wall with haemoperitoneum. While sonography is usually indicative of corpus luteum rupture, cross-sectional imaging (CT/MRI) can be used to confirm the diagnosis.
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Source: The British Journal of Radiology - August 20, 2020 Category: Radiology Authors: Pulappadi VP, Manchanda S, Sk P, Hari S Tags: Br J Radiol Source Type: research