International Journal of Clinical Obstetrics and Gynaecology
2021, Vol. 5, Issue 3, Part A
Red degeneration of leiomyoma in a non-pregnant women: An unusual presentation
Author(s): Ujjwala and Madhu Jain
Abstract: Red degeneration is an uncommon type of uterine leiomyoma degeneration which is mostly seen in pregnant women. Its occurrence in non-pregnant females is a very rare event. It occurs when the fibroid outstrips its blood supply leading to progressive necrosis. Grossly it resembles leiomyosarcoma which is a malignant neoplasm. Here we discuss a 34 years old multiparous female who presented with a history of severe abdominal pain and examination showed severe pallor with fibroid uterus. After optimization she underwent total abdominal hysterectomy preserving both ovaries. Histopathological examination revealed leiomyoma with red degeneration.
Ujjwala, Madhu Jain. Red degeneration of leiomyoma in a non-pregnant women: An unusual presentation. Int J Clin Obstet Gynaecol 2021;5(3):45-46. DOI: 10.33545/gynae.2021.v5.i3a.903
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