Fibroid cancer: Surgical options, and complications with leiomyosarcoma

[@thisoldbag8336]

Thank you for sharing new ways doctors address fibroids and could they be leiomyosarcoma. I just had a hysterectomy with BSO when a PET scan to check a neck lymph node showed a 15cm pelvic mass. Uterine biopsy was negative for any malignancy. I was diagnosed (post op pathology report) with leiomyosarcoma stage 1B. I am post menopausal with no past history of heavy menses or fibroids, only moderate endometriosis (controlled by past use of birth control pills). I don't have the usual health conditions or symptoms that I had fibroids or gyno would suspect I had any malignant process going on. The PET scan SUV numbers were not conclusive of malignant process or just fibroids. I guess my story is as warning to women that you may not have symptoms of a malignancy, but post op pathology exam after a hysterectomy could be positive for leiomyosarcoma. If you have fibroids, get them out and checked out as soon as you find out you have them.

[@DoctorRich]

It underscores the importance of vigilance and thorough evaluation, even in cases where symptoms may not align with a typical presentation. Your message serves as a valuable reminder for women to be proactive about their health and to seek medical attention for any concerns, even if symptoms seem unrelated or mild.

[@kimbot414]

Great video! I loved seeing the new images and examples that were added to this version. Do containment bags exist for open myomectomies? Is it better to leave fibroids alone or cut them out in case it is a sarcoma?

[@Spiritofeowyn]

The worst part is no test can tell you you have it until after surgery when you find out if you’re screwed or not. MRIs sometimes do if it’s really obvious like it’s covered nearby organs but that is it. If you have the risk factors it’s not worth it to have a smaller wound if it suddenly bumps you up to stage 4 cancer.

[@Coltrieversandcooking]

I have a fibroid that enlarged quickly 11.4 cm. Can all the. X-rays I had from chiropractor cause them to turn cancer

[@favour7944]

Doctor how to no if same one have it what test

[@WeezerPort]

Great in theory, but how about in practice?

[@PatriciaAShelton-no6cq]

Is it rare to have a leiomyosarcoma in the ankle? That is what i have been diagnosed with after a biopsy on the tumor in my left ankle. Word oof advise to anyone. My primary care Dr thought it was just fluid in that area from arthritis. So did i. It's rare i know now. I waited a few months before i went to an orthopedic Dr. After X Ray tgen two MRI one with contrast i was sent to an Orthopedic Surgeon/ oncology. Biopsy was done. Now i start radiation next week. Then when I'm thru with my treatments, i will have limb sparing surgery. Pet scan shows no other tumors but with this cancer that can change from day to day. I don't think many Drs see this type of cancer even once during their time practicing. I would sugest anyone that is having swelling in any area of the body go see your Dr. It usually doesn't present early on with pain. Thats why so many over look it. Not until it started pressing on a nerve did i seek out an Orthopedic Dr csuse it was in my ankle. At that time i still thought it was fluid. He yold me every Dr in the building took a look at all my imaging. It was sent to an Oncologist to look at. He suggested a type of cancer. As a mattdr of fact he's the oncologist I'm seeing. Since thete are few orthopedic Dr's that do oncology here in Ga. there's only two. I chose mine in Augusta. It's a 240 mile round trip so I'm doing radiation at University Cancer and Blood Center closer to home. They are working closely with my surgeon. My oncologist is in the same building. After surgery an if all goes well,an i heal ,oncologist said, " i might get immunology therapy. Maybe to keep it from coming back or spreading? IDK. I will have follow up imaging to keep a check on that.

[@mariamorales81]

God guide and watch over you.

[@favour7944]

God bless you sweetheart