Uterine leiomyoma, light micrograph. Leiomyoma (fibroid) of the uterus is an extremely common benign smooth muscle tumour. It is seen in nearly 40% of women above the age of 50 years. They may be multiple and can become massive in size. They can cause abnormal uterine bleeding, interfere with pregnancy, result in chronic inflammation, or compress the ureters and produce urinary symptoms. This image shows an atypical leiomyoma which has also been referred to as leiomyoma with bizarre nuclei, symplastic leiomyoma, and pleomorphic leiomyoma. It consists of bizarre tumour cells which vary considerably in size and shape. There are hyperchromatic nuclei and multinucleated cells but no coagulative necrosis, myometrial infiltration, or increased mitotic activity. | |
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