2. Imaging Spectrum of Uterine Fibroids: A Retrospective Study
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Dr. Bhawana D Sonawane*, Dr. S...
Prof and HOD, Mbbs, MD radiology Indira Gandhi government medical college.
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Background- Uterine fibroids, also known as uterine leiomyomas, are the most common benign tumors of the female reproductive tract. They arise from the smooth muscle cells of the myometrium and are frequently encountered in women of reproductive age. Imaging plays a crucial role in their detection, characterization, and classification for guiding clinical management.
Objective- To evaluate the imaging spectrum of uterine fibroids using ultrasound and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and to analyze their distribution, morphology, and imaging characteristics in patients diagnosed at an Indira Gandhi Government Medical College, Nagpur.
Materials and Methods- This retrospective study included 347 patients diagnosed with uterine fibroids who underwent pelvic ultrasound and/or MRI between 2024 and 2026 at Indira Gandhi Government Medical College, Nagpur. Imaging findings were reviewed for number, location, size, and imaging characteristics. Fibroids were classified according to the FIGO classification system.
Results- Among the 347 patients included in the study, the majority belonged to the reproductive age group of 30–45 years. Intramural fibroids were the most common type identified on imaging. Ultrasound served as the primary modality for detection, while MRI provided superior delineation of fibroid location and degenerative changes.
Conclusion- Ultrasound and MRI provide complementary roles in the evaluation of uterine fibroids. Accurate imaging characterization assists in guiding clinical management and treatment planning.