2150 hysterectomies performed during the years 1984-1986 of which 547 had a diagnosis of uterine adenomyosis by pathologic examination were reviewed, 452 cases it was possible to assess clinical and epidemiological characteristics were selected. Predominantly in the corresponding age group 41-50 years with a preferential distribution in premenopausal age (p <0.05) it is demonstrated. The background of parity and (p <0.05) obstetric and gynecological surgery, particularly the presence of uterine curettage is associated with increased frequency of disease (p <0.05). No statistically significant association was found for the submission of adenomyosis as: age of onset of menarche, age at first intercourse, number of pregnancies per patient and surgical history of previous cesarean. Clinical symptoms for which patients attended were: abnormal uterine bleeding and abdominal and pelvic pain. AI...

2150 hysterectomies performed during the years 1984-1986 of which 547 had a diagnosis of uterine adenomyosis by pathologic examination were reviewed, 452 cases it was possible to assess clinical and epidemiological characteristics were selected. Predominantly in the corresponding age group 41-50 years with a preferential distribution in premenopausal age (p <0.05) it is demonstrated. The background of parity and (p <0.05) obstetric and gynecological surgery, particularly the presence of uterine curettage is associated with increased frequency of disease (p <0.05). No statistically significant association was found for the submission of adenomyosis as: age of onset of menarche, age at first intercourse, number of pregnancies per patient and surgical history of previous cesarean. Clinical symptoms for which patients attended were: abnormal uterine bleeding and abdominal and pelvic...