D efinition — Changes in the myometrium following an embolization procedure for a presumed leiomyoma using synthetic material. Clinical Features Epidemiology Uterine embolization procedures are performed about 25,000 times per year in the United States. You’re Reading a Preview Become…
D efinition — An uncommon disorder marked by the presence of multiple smooth muscle tumors that are scattered throughout the peritoneum and omentum. Clinical Features Epidemiology Disseminated peritoneal leiomyomatosis (DPL) is a rare disorder. It is most commonly seen in…
D efinition — A specific syndrome caused by the iatrogenic dissemination of a morcellated smooth muscle tumor, which is distinct from spontaneous disseminated peritoneal leiomyomatosis. Clinical Features Epidemiology Power morcellation has been a commonly used technique for removing intraabdominal smooth…
D efinition — A variant of leiomyoma in which the tumor is located entirely within vein(s) of the uterus, pelvis, or even the vena cava. Clinical Features Epidemiology Rare. Same patient population as typical uterine leiomyoma. You’re Reading a Preview…
D efinition — An unusual smooth muscle tumor of the uterus with a predilection for vascular involvement. Clinical Features Epidemiology Rare. Same patient population as for usual leiomyoma. You’re Reading a Preview Become a Clinical Tree membership for Full access…