Up to 30% of patients have concomitant pelvic endometriosis (dysmenorrhea, dyspareunia, chronic pelvic pain).
Medical professionals categorize the condition into two distinct types based on how it develops: umbilical endometriosis
The prognosis for umbilical endometriosis is excellent. Following surgical excision with clear margins, most patients experience immediate and permanent relief of symptoms. Long-term follow-up is generally recommended to monitor for recurrence. Up to 30% of patients have concomitant pelvic
The hallmark presentation is a visible, often tender nodule at the umbilicus. often tender nodule at the umbilicus.