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A case of metastatic uterine leimyosarcoma in pregnancy is presented. The general principles regarding the investigation and management of malignancy in pregnancy are discussed.

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The incidence of malignancy in pregnancy is increasing with increased obesity and advanced maternal age, and the symptoms of pregnancy can mask the symptoms of malignancy.

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I hope that this article provides a succinct summary of an approach to the diagnosis and management of metastatic malignancy in pregnancy.

Naomi Eastwood-Wilshere

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This page is a summary of: Metastatic uterine leiomyosarcoma at 26 weeks gestation, BMJ Case Reports, August 2019, BMJ,
DOI: 10.1136/bcr-2019-230028.
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