Overview
Definition
Benign smooth muscle tumors of uterus.
Epidemiology
Varies globally. Often age and lifestyle dependent.
Etiology & Risk Factors
- Hormone-dependent growth (Estrogen/Progesterone).
Clinical Symptoms
- Heavy menstrual bleeding
- pelvic pressure.
Clinical Approach
Diagnosis
- Pelvic ultrasound.
Management
- OCPs
- Myomectomy
- Hysterectomy.
Complications
- Anemia
- infertility.