Collection of Uterine Fibroids

Description

Centered in the pelvis, the uterus is rendered in section so the endometrial cavity and myometrium are readable, with multiple well-circumscribed uterine fibroids (leiomyomas, myomas) distorting the uterine contour. Superiorly, the fundus continues into the uterine tubes, which course laterally toward the infundibula and adjacent ovaries; the ovaries sit lateral to the uterus with a follicular surface texture. Inferiorly, the cervix narrows into the vaginal canal, forming the uterine outflow tract in midline. Myoma distribution and depth matter. Submucosal fibroids that project toward the endometrial cavity correlate with abnormal uterine bleeding and infertility, while intramural lesions expand the myometrium and can enlarge the uterus globally, and subserosal fibroids can create a lobulated external contour that complicates bimanual exam and laparoscopic orientation. A cut-away view like this also helps explain why distortion of the cavity affects implantation and why fibroid position relative to the cervix and uterine arteries influences the choice between hysteroscopic resection, myomectomy (laparoscopic or open), uterine artery embolization, or hysterectomy. Use this artwork for teaching uterine anatomy and pathology in obstetrics and gynecology blocks, reproductive endocrinology modules, and sonography correlations where learners must map intramural versus submucosal disease onto expected symptoms. It also suits patient education handouts and editorial figures discussing leiomyoma classification, heavy menstrual bleeding, bulk symptoms, and fertility workup. Anatomical accuracy verified by SciePro's Medical Advisory Board.