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Parasitic leiomyoma: a case report.

S Jebunnaher1, S A Begum

  • 1Bangladesh Medical College, Dhanmondi, Dhaka, Bangladesh. dr.trishna@yahoo.com

Mymensingh Medical Journal : MMJ
|February 19, 2013
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Summary

Parasitic myomas, rare growths attached to other organs, can form spontaneously or after surgery. Surgeons must take precautions during procedures like morcellation to prevent iatrogenic formation.

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Area of Science:

  • Gynecology
  • Surgical Pathology

Background:

  • Parasitic myomas are uncommon uterine fibroids that have detached from the uterus and established an independent blood supply.
  • They can arise spontaneously from pedunculated subserosal fibroids or be iatrogenically created during surgical procedures.

Observation:

  • A case of parasitic myomas is reported in a 35-year-old female presenting with a lower abdominal mass.
  • The patient underwent laparotomy, revealing myomas occupying the pelvis and upper abdomen.

Findings:

  • The study reviewed indications for surgery, prior surgical history, use of morcellation, and locations of parasitic myomas.
  • Pathologic confirmation was obtained, and the case highlights the potential for both spontaneous and iatrogenic development of parasitic myomas.

Implications:

  • Iatrogenic parasitic myoma formation is a potential complication, particularly following procedures involving morcellation.
  • Increased awareness and intraoperative precautions are crucial for surgeons performing laparoscopic procedures to minimize the occurrence of iatrogenic parasitic myomas.

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