Xu Mark C, Yunker Amanda C, Kaufman Melissa R
Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, Nashville, TN, United States.
Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, TN, United States.
Urol Case Rep. 2020 May 19;33:101263. doi: 10.1016/j.eucr.2020.101263. eCollection 2020 Nov.
Endometriosis involving the bladder is rare, but generally has a severe presentation with prominent lower urinary tract symptoms and can progress to renal failure. As endometriosis has a significant effect on quality of life and fertility, treatment plans must be centered on the patient's symptoms, expectations, and priorities. We present a case of a 37-year-old African American female with advanced bladder endometriosis and consequent renal failure, who desired to avoid extensive surgery and maintain her fertility. This case highlights the importance of shared decision making in balancing disease management with patient autonomy.
膀胱子宫内膜异位症较为罕见,但通常表现严重,伴有明显的下尿路症状,且可能进展为肾衰竭。由于子宫内膜异位症对生活质量和生育能力有重大影响,治疗方案必须以患者的症状、期望和优先事项为中心。我们报告一例37岁非洲裔美国女性,患有晚期膀胱子宫内膜异位症并继发肾衰竭,她希望避免进行广泛手术并保留生育能力。该病例强调了共同决策在平衡疾病管理与患者自主权方面的重要性。