D efinition Extensive necroinflammatory debris within the uterine cavity.

Clinical Features

Epidemiology

  • Overall rare (0.1% to 0.5% of women) but more commonly occurs in postmenopausal women.

  • Associated with a wide range of disorders, including cervical stenosis, leiomyomata, retained IUD, and prior radiotherapy. There is a small but significant risk (5% to 10%) of associated malignancy.

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