The size of benign uterine tumors, such as leiomyomas, is thought to be caused by the influence of which hormones? (Select all that apply.)

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The cause of uterine leiomyomas is unknown, although their size appears to be related to estrogen, progesterone, growth factors, angiogenesis, and apoptosis. Luteinizing hormone and gonadotropin-stimulating hormone have no suspected role in leiomyomas.

The Size of Benign Uterine Tumors, Such as Leiomyomas, Is