Pedunculated Fibroid
Some fibroids grow on stalks that grow out from the surface of the uterus or into the cavity of the uterus. These are called pedunculated (pronounced ped-UN-kyoo-lay-ted) fibroids.
Part of: Uterine Fibroids
About Uterine Fibroids
Many women have benign (non-cancerous) growths in or on the uterus called fibroids. Most fibroids are small and do not cause any problems. When they are detected it is usually by chance.
Depending on where the fibroids are located they may cause period pain, heavy menstrual bleeding or other symptoms. There are different ways of treating fibroids, and the right sort of treatment will depend quite a lot on a woman’s individual circumstances — such as whether she is trying to conceive.
Fibroids are made up of muscle cells and connective tissue. Their size and shape vary, and they can be found in different positions… Read more about the Pedunculated Fibroid