What is the common name for a fibroid tumor of the uterus?

The common name for a fibroid tumor of the uterus is indeed leiomyoma. Leiomyomas are benign tumors that arise from the smooth muscle and connective tissue of the uterus. They are also referred to as uterine fibroids or fibromyomas. These tumors can vary in size and number and may cause a range of symptoms, including heavy menstrual bleeding, pelvic pain, and pressure symptoms depending on their location within the uterus.

Adenomyoma refers to a type of tumor that involves the endometrial tissue within the myometrium but is distinct from a leiomyoma. Myoma is a more general term that can refer to any tumor derived from muscle tissue but is often used interchangeably with leiomyoma, though it lacks the specificity of the term concerning the uterine fibroids. Dysplasia refers to abnormal development or growth of tissues or cells but does not specifically describe a type of tumor. Understanding these differences helps clarify why leiomyoma is the most accurate answer when naming fibroid tumors of the uterus.