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Peritoneal inclusion cysts have been described in females of reproductive age. It is a rare cause of intestinal obstruction. Causes include pelvic inflammatory disease and prior abdominal surgery. We here present a case of young female of peritoneal inclusion cyst who presented with intestinal obstruction.

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