Abstract
Acute torsion of a subserosal leiomyoma is a rare acute condition that is infrequently diagnosed preoperatively. It is a recognized surgical emergency, especially when additional systemic symptoms are associated. There are two main differential diagnoses: ovary/adnexal torsion and massive infarct inside a common leiomyoma. The diagnosis can be established by computed tomographic features. Ultrasound examination is less sensitive.
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Roy, C., Bierry, G., Ghali, S.E. et al. Acute torsion of uterine leiomyoma: CT features. Abdom Imaging 30, 120–123 (2004). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00261-004-0240-1
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