myoma

/maɪˈoʊmə/

Definitions

1. noun

A benign tumor composed of smooth muscle cells, typically occurring in the uterus.

“The patient was diagnosed with a myoma in her uterus, which required surgical removal.”

2. noun

A benign tumor of smooth muscle cells, often occurring in the uterus or small intestine.

“The doctor ordered an MRI to confirm the presence of a myoma in the patient’s small intestine.”

Synonyms

  • fibroid
  • utérus tumor

Antonyms

  • carcinoma