Giant pedunculated submucosal leiomyoma mimicking a cervical mass in a postmenopausal woman . a rare case report

This case highlights a rare presentation of a huge pedunculated submucosal leiomyoma in a postmenopausal woman mimicking a cervical mass. Careful correlation of clinical presentation and imaging findings can aid preoperative assessment; however, definitive diagnosis relies on histopathological examination. Awareness of this unusual entity is crucial for timely diagnosis and successful surgical management.

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International Journal of Surgery Case Reports
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2026-02-09
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https://doi.org/10.1097/rc9.0000000000000193
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Urinary and Genital Oncology Studies
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Abstract

This case highlights a rare presentation of a huge pedunculated submucosal leiomyoma in a postmenopausal woman mimicking a cervical mass. Careful correlation of clinical presentation and imaging findings can aid preoperative assessment; however, definitive diagnosis relies on histopathological examination. Awareness of this unusual entity is crucial for timely diagnosis and successful surgical management.

International Journal of Surgery Case ReportsVol. 138(3)
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Openalex Percentile: Top 60%
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