Leiomyoma of the Round Ligament of the Uterus Case report and review of literature
Journal Title: Sultan Qaboos University Medical Journal - Year 2012, Vol 12, Issue 3
Abstract
Smooth muscle tumours of the round ligament of the uterus are rare and can mimic an inguinal hernia. Preoperative diagnosis can be established by a computed tomography scan of the abdomen or an exploration of the inguinal canal. Surgical excision is a curative treatment.
Authors and Affiliations
Syed M Ali| Department of Surgery, Sultan Qaboos University Hospital, Muscat, Oman, Kamran A Malik| Department of Surgery, Sultan Qaboos University Hospital, Muscat, Oman, Hani Al-Qadhi| Department of Surgery, Sultan Qaboos University Hospital, Muscat, Oman, Muhammad Shafq| Department of Surgery, Sultan Qaboos University Hospital, Muscat, Oman
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