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Bicornuate Uterus

The uterus is the organ in a woman’s body that holds a baby.

Bicornuate uterus is a type of uterine duplication anomaly.  It Is a heart-shaped uterine abnormality. This condition can result in a significant impact on your ability to conceive as well as carry a successful pregnancy.  

These malformations are rare but known to be associated with infertility, spontaneous miscarriages, intrauterine growth restriction, preterm deliveries, pre-term, prelabour rupture of membranes, breech presentation and increased rate of caesarean delivery.

CAUSES

Congenital abnormality

Symptom                                             

• Repeated miscarriage
• Painful periods
• Abdominal discomfort
• Irregular vaginal bleeding

Pregnancy Complications with a Bicornuate Uterus

1. Premature ruptured membrane
2. Incompetent cervix
3. Shape of uterus: An abnormally shaped uterus causes problems in the uterine lining. This is one of the main reasons behind a preterm delivery
4. The progesterone shots need to be administered early in the pregnancy
5. The foetus may be positioned irregularly: (breech or transverse position).

DIAGNOSIS

1. Hysterosalpingogram
2.  X-ray:-     X-ray  of the womb and fallopian tubes after a special dye has be
3.  Injected an ultrasound where high-frequency sound waves are used to create an image of the uterus.
4.  A pelvic exam

TREATMENT

• Metroplasty: Is a reconstructive surgery.  It corrects the structure of the uterus.