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Animal models for uterine leiomyomas
| Species | Incidence | Reference |
|---|---|---|
| Gray seals | 65%; occur in older seals ages 22–41 yr | (106) |
| Miniature pigs | 75%; incidence linked to older age (mean 9.7 yr) | (107) |
| Dogs | Linked to age; most common uterine tumor in dogs | (110) |
| Nonhuman primates | Oviductal and uterine leiomyomas; incidence increases with age | (108) |
| Poultry | Oviductal; incidence increases to 75% in aging hens | (109) |
