Abstract:A recently observed case of deep infiltrating endometriosis with its vaginal invasion diagnosed by vaginal cytology is reported. A 28-year-old Japanese woman complained of a severe dysmenorrhea. Left ovarian endometriotic cyst and deep infiltrating endometriosis were suspected. Two redspots were also present in the posterior fornix of vagina. Vaginal cytology with cytokeratin (CK) 7-immunocytochemistry suggested the presence of infiltrating endometriosis. She underwent left ovarian cystectomy and resection of … Show more
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