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What is the most common symptom associated with uterine fibroids?
What percentage of women above the age of 30 years experience uterine fibroids?
Which population is more likely to experience symptomatic uterine fibroids?
What is the commonest age of symptomatic presentation for uterine fibroids?
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What percentage of cases can uterine fibroids cause infertility?
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What are some complications of uterine fibroids?
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What are the treatment options for uterine fibroids?
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Study Notes
- Smooth muscle tumors of the uterus, also known as benign leiomyomas, are the most common uterine tumors.
- They occur in about 30% of women above the age of 30 years and up to 75% of hysterectomy specimens.
- They are more common in Black women and are more likely to be symptomatic in this population.
- The commonest age of symptomatic presentation is 30-40 years.
- Symptoms may include menorrhagia, pressure symptoms, abdominal mass, pain, and infertility.
- Fibroids can vary in size, shape, consistency, and blood supply.
- Most patients are asymptomatic, but menorrhagia is the most common symptom.
- Fibroids can cause infertility in 5-10% of cases.
- Complications of fibroids can include ulceration, necrosis, infection, sarcomatous change, and torsion.
- Treatment options include observation, medical management, and surgical interventions.
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Think you know all about uterine fibroids? Test your knowledge with our quiz! From the common age of symptomatic presentation to potential complications and treatment options, this quiz covers it all. Keywords include: uterine tumors, leiomyomas, menorrhagia, infertility, medical management, and surgical interventions. Challenge yourself and see how much you know about this common condition affecting women.
