[MODERN VIEW ON ETIOPATHOGENESIS AND NEW OPPORTUNITIES FOR DIAGNOSIS OF UTERINE FIBROIDS]

Area of Science:

• Gynecology and Women's Health
• Medical Imaging and Diagnostics

Background:

• Uterine fibroids are a prevalent gynecological issue affecting women's quality of life.
• Understanding the multifaceted nature of fibroid development is crucial for effective management.

Purpose of the Study:

• To provide a comprehensive overview of the latest research on uterine fibroids.
• To detail the etiology, pathogenesis, clinical presentation, and diagnostic criteria for uterine fibroids.

Main Methods:

• Review of current domestic and foreign publications on uterine fibroids.
• Analysis of diagnostic criteria using ultrasonography and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI).
• Exploration of pathobiochemical, genetic, and immunological aspects of pathogenesis.

Main Results:

• Compilation of up-to-date information on uterine fibroid etiology and risk factors.
• Detailed description of clinical findings and early detection methods.
• Established differential diagnostic criteria for differentiating fibroids from sarcoma using imaging.

Conclusions:

• This review synthesizes current knowledge on uterine fibroids, aiding in diagnosis and management.
• Accurate diagnostic criteria, including ultrasonography and MRI, are essential for early detection and differentiation from sarcoma.