found to have a parasitic fibroid which may have occurred following laparoscopic myomectomy, and along with it a review on current literature of parasitic fibroids. Parasitic leiomyoma presents with vague symptoms and the diagnosis is challenging. In prevention of this condition, various alternatives must be utilized when using electromechanical power morcellation for myomectomy.
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