Leiomyomatosis Peritonealis Disseminata: a case report

Leiomyomatosis peritonealis disseminata (LPD) is a rare condition characterized by multiple subperitoneal benign smooth muscle nodules scattered over the abdominopelvic viscera and peritoneum. On radiologic study, LPD can mimic leiomyosarcoma or ovarian cancer with disseminated carcinomatosis. However, ascites is absent in the most reported cases. An accurate diagnosis is clinically important to avoid unnecessory radical surgery. The disorder has a benign histology, clinical course, and a favorable prognosis.