Uterine fibroids are the most commonly recorded benign tumors
of the female reproductive system, affecting 20%–60% of women of
reproductive age [1,2]. However, the true prevalence of fibroids is likely
much higher owing to most fibroids being asymptomatic [3]. Fibroid
incidence increases with age, approaching 70%–80% by the time
individuals reach 50 years of age [4].