title: Abdominal wall desmoid tumor mimicking a subserosal uterine leiomyoma.
abstract: Desmoid tumors are cytologically bland fibrous neoplasms originating from musculoaponeurotic structures throughout the body. The cause of desmoid tumors is uncertain, but may be related to trauma or hormonal factors, or may have a genetic association. These tumors can be found in some young women during pregnancy or just after giving birth. We report herein a case of desmoid tumor on the inner aspect of the abdominal wall that mimicked a large subserosal uterine leiomyoma. Initial clinical examination of the patient suggested a large abdominal wall tumor, while the imaging techniques including transabdominal ultrasound and magnetic resonance imaging suggested a large subserosal uterine leiomyoma as the initial diagnosis. This case emphasizes the importance of clinical examination during the diagnostic process.
authors: Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Mutah Medical Faculty, Mutah University, Karak;
authors: Moamar
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authors: Al-Jefout
authors: Alabed
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authors: Walid
authors: Abomayale
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authors: Esam
authors: Alqaisi
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authors: Amin
authors: Hawa
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authors: Nather
authors: Nawayse
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authors: Sultan
authors: Khadra
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