Leiomyosarcoma
A leiomyosarcoma is a rare cancerous tumor of the smooth muscle cells. It is most often found in the uterus or abdomen.
References
Lahat G, Lazar A, Lev D. Sarcoma epidemiology and etiology: Potential environmental and genetic factors. Surg Clin North Am. 2008;88:451-481.
Update Date: 1/31/2012
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