Pelvic endometriosis a Rare Cause of massive hemorrhagic Ascites

ABSTRACT

Endometriosis is defined as the presence of endometrial tissue outside the uterine cavity. It generally involves the peritoneum, ovaries and rectovaginal septum. Recurrent hemorrhagic ascites secondary to endometriosis is an unusual occurrence, 42 cases have been reported worldwide since 1954. It is more commonly seen in black nulliparous females. We report a case to draw attention to this condition as a potential cause for massive hemorrhagic ascites