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Background: Fibroids in the uterus of pregnant females have a major impact on the outcomes of pregnancy. Reports suggest various complications may occur in females with uterine fibroids. Material and Methods: An observational investigation was conducted on pregnant women with uterine fibroids to assess the obstetrics outcomes of pregnancies. The clinical profile, demography, and details of delivery were collected and documented. Results: The investigation was performed on 247 pregnant females and observations were made based on the clinical history, parity, size and number of uterine fibroids, ultrasound findings and outcome. Overall, a higher number of caesarean sections in pregnant females with fibroids in the uterus along with other complications was observed. 16.4% of pregnancies were preterm in females with fibroids in the uterus. Conclusion: The observations in the present study highlight complications in pregnant females with uterine fibroids that require regular follow-ups and monitoring for the care and benefit of the mother and foetus.

Background: The presentation of palpable abdominal masses (PAM) in females causes a diagnostic dilemma due to the possibility of varied origins from the gynaecological and non-gynaecological sources. In the current analysis, we focused on the evaluation of the risk factors associated with the diagnostic origin and the impact of the evaluation on therapeutic outcomes in females with PAM. Materials and Methods: Female participants were enrolled in gynaecology and surgery outpatient departments surgery. Analysis was performed to assess the risk factors related to the origin of PAM in the enrolled participants. Results: The study group included participants with PAM belonging to gynaecological origin (n=47) and non-gynaecological origin (n=33). No statistically significant difference was observed between participants with a gynaecological origin and non-gynaecological origin for PAM. In females with a gynaecological origin, the abdominal masses were observed more in the uterus and ovaries in comparison to the tubes. However, in the case of females with non-gynaecological origin, abdominal masses were observed more in the gastrointestinal tract and other places in comparison to the urinary tract. Conclusions: The present study highlights the need for including advanced imaging technologies supplemented with clinical history for a conclusive diagnosis and better choice of treatment.