[Uterine lipoma: A case report probably due to a surgical traumatism]

Gynecol Obstet Fertil. 2011 Jan;39(1):53-6. doi: 10.1016/j.gyobfe.2010.10.013. Epub 2010 Dec 28.
[Article in French]

Abstract

Uterine lipomas are uncommon. Several histology hypotheses are described. Ultrasound is firstly performed but diagnosis is sometimes difficult. Magnetic resonance imaging is more specific and helpful to make a differential diagnosis with a dermoid ovarian cyst. Despite those imaging exams we detail a case of a patient where a laparoscopic hysterectomy with bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy and preliminary adhesiolysis has been necessary to establish diagnosis. Among her medical history some previous abdominal surgeries could be the cause of this lesion.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Laparotomy / adverse effects*
  • Lipoma / diagnosis
  • Lipoma / etiology*
  • Uterine Neoplasms / diagnosis
  • Uterine Neoplasms / etiology*