Question 2357

Question contributed by Frank Gaillard ◉ ◈

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Which of the following statements about uterine leiomyomas is NOT true:

as they are almost always asymptomatic, associated societal costs are low

subfertility is a recognised clinical presentation

they are identified in up to 40% of women of reproductive age

they are the most common indication for hysterectomy (in the United States)

treatment options include hysterectomy, myomectomy, uterine artery embolisation, hormonal therapy and high-frequency ultrasound