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CT imaging revealed a large right adnexal mass. Lab tests showed isolated erythrocytosis with normal tumour markers and serum erythropoietin (Epo). Hysterectomy and bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy confirmed multiple uterine myomas, the largest measuring 19.5\u2009cm, along with a right ovarian haemorrhagic cyst. Postoperatively, her blood levels normalised, confirming MES.<\/jats:p>\n                  <jats:p>The exact mechanism remains unclear but may involve Epo production. 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