What are the classifications of uterine fibroids?

There are actually different types of uterine fibroids, so we need to distinguish and understand these types and symptoms and take correct and effective treatment methods. Common types include intramural fibroids, submucosal fibroids, and cervical fibroids.

1. Intramural fibroids: They are more common in the initial stage of uterine fibroids. The fibroids are located in the uterine muscle wall and are surrounded by the muscle layer. It is the most common type of uterine fibroid in women, accounting for about 60-70% of all uterine fibroids.

2. Submucosal fibroids: Submucosal fibroids account for about 10%. They are formed when intramural fibroids grow into the uterine cavity, protrude into the uterine cavity, and come into direct contact with the mucosal layer. This tumor can cause the uterine cavity to gradually enlarge and deform, and is often connected to the uterus by a pedicle. If the pedicle is long, it can block the cervical opening or prolapse into the vagina.

3. Subserosal fibroids: Subserosal fibroids are a more common type, accounting for about 20%. Intramural fibroids develop toward the serosa and protrude from the surface of the uterus, in direct contact with the serosa. If it grows between the two leaves of the broad ligament, it is called an intra-broad ligament myoma.

4. Cervical fibroids: This is a less common type of uterine fibroids. The fibroids grow in the cervix of the uterus. Due to their low growth location, they can be embedded in the pelvic cavity, causing compression symptoms. Surgical removal is difficult and can easily damage the ureter and bladder.

5. Gynecological experts remind: If uterine fibroids are not treated in time, they will often cause infertility as the size of the fibroids increases. The reason for infertility caused by uterine fibroids is often that the fibroids block the cervical opening or the inner opening of the fallopian tube, affecting the passage of sperm, or the fibroids occupy the site where the fertilized egg implants and prevent pregnancy. Even if conception occurs, miscarriage often occurs due to the impact on embryo development. As for the late pregnancy, abnormal uterine contraction may cause premature birth, hindered delivery or cause postpartum hemorrhage.