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Uterine Fibroid Tumors (Leiomyomas)
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A uterine fibroid (also uterine leiomyoma, myoma, fibromyoma, leiofibromyoma, fibroleiomyoma, and fibroma) (plural of ... myoma is ...myomas or ...myomata) is a benign (non-cancerous) tumor that originates from the smooth muscle layer (myometrium) and the accompanying connective tissue of the uterus. Fibroids are the most common benign tumors in females and typically found during the middle and later reproductive years. While most fibroids are asymptomatic, they can grow and cause heavy and painful menstruation, painful sexual intercourse, and urinary frequency and urgency. Uterine fibroids is the major indication for hysterectomy in the US.[2] Fibroids are often multiple and if the uterus contains too many leiomyomatas to count, it is referred to as uterine leiomyomatosis. The malignant version of a fibroid is uncommon and termed a leiomyosarcoma.
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This video explains uterine fibroid tumors, also called leiomyomas, which are benign tumors arising from the smooth muscle of the uterus. It describes when fibroids typically occur, symptoms they can cause, and notes that fibroids are a major indication for hysterectomy, while the malignant form is uncommon.
Key points
- Explains what uterine fibroids are and where they arise
- Describes symptoms fibroids can cause
- Notes fibroids as a major indication for hysterectomy
Video Overview
This video presents “Uterine Fibroid Tumors (Leiomyomas)” — A uterine fibroid (also uterine leiomyoma, myoma, fibromyoma, leiofibromyoma, fibroleiomyoma, and fibroma) (plural of ... myoma is ...myomas or ...myomata) is a benign (non-cancerous) tumor that originates from the smooth muscle layer. Whether you are preparing for a procedure, studying the technique, or learning how a condition is assessed, the recording shows the process as it is performed in practice.
From our Gynecology collection: Pelvic exams, Pap smears, IUD insertion, hysteroscopy and women's health procedures explained step by step. Browse all Gynecology videos →
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