Self-reported family history of leiomyoma: not a reliable marker of high risk.

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PURPOSE: To examine the importance of self-reported family history of uterine leiomyoma (fibroids) as a marker of risk. METHODS: Women, aged 35 to 49, were randomly selected from the membership of a large, urban health plan. Participants completed a self-administered questionnaire about family history of fibroids. Ultrasound screening for fibroids followed, regardless of whether participants had been previously...

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