Benign, smooth muscle tumours of the uterus
A benign tumor of the uterine muscle and connective tissue.
Growths on the uterus. Fibroids can be small or large and are almost always benign.
Benign tissue found in the uterus
Fibroids: Fibroids are common, benign tumors of smooth muscle in the uterus (womb). Uterine fibroids are the most common reason for performing a hysterectomy. Fibroids do not produce symptoms in all women, but may lead to prolonged or heavy menstrual bleeding, pelvic pressure or pain, and rarely to infertility. In addition to hysterectomy, less inv...
Also called a leiomyoma or fibromyoma (or myofibroma, for that matter), it is an encapsulated tumor made up of disorganized and irregular connective tissue.
Benign (non-cancerous) growths in the womb. Fibroids can cause raised CA125 levels in the blood.
Benign growths that contain fibrous tissue, which usually occur in the uterus.
Growths on the uterus. Fibroids can be small or large and are almost always benign.