Which type of uterine tumor is mentioned as a potential factor in subfertility?

• A. Fibromas
• B. Ovarian cysts
• C. Endometrial cancer
• D. Cervical polyps

Answer: (A)

Fibromas, a type of benign uterine tumor, can affect fertility because they distort the uterine cavity and can alter blood flow and uterine contractions. When fibroids grow into or near the cavity (submucosal fibroids), they directly interfere with embryo implantation and can raise the risk of early pregnancy loss. This is why fibromas are a known factor in subfertility. Ovarian cysts come from the ovary and mainly affect fertility through ovulation, not by altering the uterine environment. Endometrial cancer is a malignant condition of the uterine lining with broader health implications beyond subfertility, and cervical polyps are not uterine tumors and are less related to implantation issues.