myomen
Myomen are benign tumors composed of smooth muscle cells and fibrous tissue that most commonly develop in the uterus. The term is used in some medical languages as the plural form of myoma; in English, uterine fibroids is the more typical name for fibroids located in the uterus. Myomas can also occur in other smooth muscle–containing organs, but uterine fibroids are by far the most common form.
Epidemiology and pathology: Fibroids are noncancerous growths that commonly arise during reproductive years and often shrink
Clinical presentation: Many fibroids cause no symptoms. When present, symptoms may include heavy or prolonged menstrual
Diagnosis and management: Initial assessment uses pelvic examination and imaging, most often transvaginal ultrasound; MRI may
Prognosis: Fibroids may recur after treatment, especially in individuals with a predisposition. Symptoms often improve after