Benign metastasizing leiomyoma

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Benign Metastasizing Leiomyoma

Benign metastasizing leiomyoma (pronounced: be-nine met-uh-stuh-sizing lie-oh-my-oh-ma), often abbreviated as BML, is a rare condition characterized by the spread of benign smooth muscle tumors, typically from the uterus, to distant sites, most commonly the lungs.

Etymology

The term "benign metastasizing leiomyoma" is derived from the following components: "benign" (from Latin benignus meaning "kindly, kind"), "metastasizing" (from Greek metastasis meaning "a removing, removal, migration"), and "leiomyoma" (from Greek leios meaning "smooth" + mys meaning "muscle" + -oma meaning "tumor").

Definition

A benign metastasizing leiomyoma is a rare condition where benign leiomyomas, or smooth muscle tumors, which are typically found in the uterus, spread or metastasize to other parts of the body. Despite the metastasis, these tumors remain benign and do not transform into malignant or cancerous tumors.

Symptoms

Symptoms of benign metastasizing leiomyoma can vary depending on the location of the metastasis. When the tumors metastasize to the lungs, symptoms may include shortness of breath, cough, and chest pain. However, many patients with BML are asymptomatic and the condition is often discovered incidentally during imaging studies for unrelated conditions.

Diagnosis

Diagnosis of benign metastasizing leiomyoma is often challenging due to its rarity and nonspecific symptoms. It typically involves imaging studies such as CT scans or MRI, and confirmation is usually made through a biopsy of the metastatic lesion.

Treatment

Treatment for benign metastasizing leiomyoma typically involves surgery to remove the primary tumor and any metastatic lesions. Hormonal therapy may also be used to control the growth of the tumors.

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