Pseudo-pseudo Meig's syndrome presenting as an acute surgical abdomen: A rare entity and review of the literature.

Aim: Pseudo-pseudo Meigs' syndrome is a rare entity of systemic lupus erythematosus, which is defined with the combination of pleural effusion, elevated serum CA-125 levels, and ascites. It has similar clinical aspects with gynecological malignancies which may lead gynecologists to perform unnecessary surgeries and lab workouts. This review seeks to point out the importance of diagnosing pseudo-pseudo Meig's syndrome (PPMS) and endeavors to inform gynecologists about the differential diagnoses.