Definition of "myoma" []

• A tumor composed of muscle tissue. (noun)

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• "They're also called myoma, leiomyoma, leiomyomata and fibromyoma."
• "Known as the “laparoscopic myoma coagulation,” or “myolysis,” the procedure uses the customary tiny abdominal incision, into which your doctor will place special laser equipment that works to destroy the blood supply of your tumor."
• "He also refers to the frequency of myoma of the uterus among those who have not become pregnant or who have long ceased to bear children."