Lipoleiomyoma: a case report
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https://doi.org/10.18203/2349-3933.ijam20162533Keywords:
Lipoleiomyoma, Leiomyoma, Uterus, MRI, USGAbstract
Lipoleiomyomas are benign tumors of the uterus, with predominant fatty component. It is a variant of leiomyoma. Most commonly seen in peri-menopausal women and is hyperechoic on ultrasound examination. The lesion is mostly asymptomatic and requires no treatment.
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