Facebook post by University of Helsinki Julkaistu 05.08.2021 klo 09:46 University of Helsinki kirjoitti Facebookissa A breakthrough study increases our understanding of common tumors called uterine leiomyomas, or fibroids. They are a major burden for women’s health worldwide, and the most common cause of hysterectomy. Breakthrough in understanding genesis of fibroids | University of Helsinki l.facebook.com Scientists at the University of Helsinki and Helsinki University Hospital have made a breakthrough in understanding the genesis of uterine leiomyomas, also called fibroids.