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Disseminated peritoneal leiomyomatosis: A case report
The Journal of International Medical Research
|February 5, 2026
Summary
Disseminated peritoneal leiomyomatosis, a rare benign condition, can be misdiagnosed as cancer. This case highlights the link between morcellation and leiomyomatosis, emphasizing MRI
Area of Science:
- Gynecologic Oncology
- Pathology
- Surgical Case Report
Background:
- Disseminated peritoneal leiomyomatosis (DPL) is a rare benign condition mimicking malignant peritoneal carcinomatosis.
- Nonspecific clinical and radiological features contribute to diagnostic challenges.
- Previous laparoscopic myomectomy is a potential risk factor.
Purpose of the Study:
- To report a case of DPL following laparoscopic myomectomy.
- To emphasize the diagnostic role of MRI T2 hypointensity.
- To discuss surgical management and long-term surveillance.
Main Methods:
- Pelvic MRI for diagnosis.
- Total laparoscopic hysterectomy with bilateral salpingectomy and tumor resection.
- Histopathological examination for confirmation.
Main Results:
- A patient with DPL presented with menstrual disturbances and a large pelvic mass.
- MRI revealed multiple T2-hypointense lesions.
- Histopathology confirmed benign leiomyomatosis, with a total specimen weight of 4600g.
Conclusions:
- Uncontained morcellation may cause DPL.
- MRI T2 hypointensity aids in differentiating DPL from leiomyosarcoma.
- Surgery is the primary treatment when fertility is not desired; long-term surveillance is crucial due to recurrence risk.
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