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Leiomyomatosis peritonealis disseminata: a case report

The present study reports the case of a 46-year-old female patient complaining of mild premenstrual pain and increase in the volume of the periumbilical region. The condition progressed with a gradual increase of the pain intensity. Ultrasonography, computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging were performed. Biopsy of tissue collected during exploratory laparotomy confirmed the diagnosis of leiomyomatosis peritonealis disseminata.

Leiomyomatosis peritonealis disseminata; Oral contraceptive method; Computed tomography; Magnetic resonance imaging


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