Pulmonary Thromboemboli Due to Leiomyoma.

Authors :: Gongolli J
Vanderschaegen A
Renfrow S
Collins KD
Prahlow JA
Source :: The American journal of forensic medicine and pathology [Am J Forensic Med Pathol] 2024 Mar 27. Date of Electronic Publication: 2024 Mar 27.
Publication Year :: 2024
Publisher :: Ahead of Print
Abstract: Abstract: Uterine leiomyomas are the most common pelvic tumor in women and the most frequent indication for hysterectomy. Although benign lesions, leiomyomas can cause dysfunctional uterine bleeding, pelvic pain or discomfort, infertility, and spontaneous abortion. Despite the fact that uterine leiomyomas can result in a significant amount of morbidity, it is relatively rare for these common tumors to lead to death. Here we present a case of fatal pulmonary thromboembolism that occurred due to pelvic vein thrombosis in the setting of leiomyomas.<br />Competing Interests: The authors report no conflict of interest.<br /> (Copyright © 2024 Wolters Kluwer Health, Inc. All rights reserved.)