Female Genital Tract, Uterine leiomyoma

Details
Disease Category
Gender
Age
50 years
Organ System/Discipline
Diagnosis
Uterine leiomyoma
Clinical History

Large uterine mass.

Case Discussion

Uterine leiomyomas are common benign smooth muscle tumours. They can become very large, and demonstrate degenerative change. Grossly, the architecture of smooth muscle fascicles can be appreciated. Microscopically, areas of hydropic degeneration can be seen.

Image Contributors
Chang, M.

Cite

Chang, M. Female Genital Tract, Uterine leiomyoma. Digital Laboratory Medicine Library, Dept of Laboratory Medicine & Pathobiology, University of Toronto. Published . Accessed December 17, 2025. https://dev.dlml.cflabs.ca/image/female-genital-tract-uterine-leiomyoma-lmp65250