Fibroids Flashcards
1
Q
Which clinical features would make you suspicious that a fibroid was a leiomyosarcoma?
A
Large solitary fibroid
Rapid growth
Perimenopausal or menopausal
Unresponsive to oestrogen withdrawal
2
Q
How many cases of gynaecological sarcoma are diagnosed in the uk each year?
A
Over 400 cases per year
3
Q
What is the incidence of unexpected sarcoma at time of surgery?
A
Under 50 years old = 1 in 1250
Over 50 years old = 1 in 400
