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    • Gynecologic Pathology
    • Vascular Medicine
    • Surgical Oncology

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    • Intravenous leiomyomatosis (IVL) is a rare benign smooth muscle cell proliferation.
    • Originating from uterine venous walls or myomas, it commonly affects pelvic vessels.
    • Rarely, it can extend into the inferior vena cava and cardiac chambers.

    Observation:

    • Preoperative diagnosis of IVL is often difficult.
    • Suspicion is warranted in women with prior hysterectomy or myomectomy presenting with pelvic or cardiac masses.
    • Clinical presentation can mimic malignant conditions, complicating diagnosis.

    Findings:

    • Surgical management typically involves hysterectomy with bilateral oophorectomy.
    • Complete mass or metastasis removal is crucial during surgery.
    • Long-term follow-up with imaging (ultrasound, MRI) is essential for monitoring recurrence.

    Implications:

    • Adjuvant antiestrogenic therapy can aid disease control.
    • This is particularly relevant when complete tumor resection or oophorectomy is not feasible.
    • Understanding IVL's behavior is critical for effective patient management and prognosis.