Septate uterus: nosographic overview and endoscopic treatment

To comment on the prevalence, diagnosis, and treatment of the septate uterus, with special reference to hysteroscopic metroplasty and its effect on reproductive outcome, we searched publications in PubMed and Embase. Original articles, meta-analysis, reviews, and opinion articles were selected. The...

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Published in:Gynecological surgery 2014-05, Vol.11 (2), p.129-138
Main Authors: Perino, Antonio, Forlani, Francesco, Lo Casto, Antonio, Calì, Giuseppe, Calagna, Gloria, Rotolo, Stefano, Cucinella, Gaspare
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Gynecology
Interventional Radiology
Medicine
Medicine & Public Health
Minimally Invasive Surgery
Obstetrics/Perinatology/Midwifery
Reproductive Medicine
Review Article
Surgical Oncology
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Summary:To comment on the prevalence, diagnosis, and treatment of the septate uterus, with special reference to hysteroscopic metroplasty and its effect on reproductive outcome, we searched publications in PubMed and Embase. Original articles, meta-analysis, reviews, and opinion articles were selected. The studies suggest that the prevalence of the septate uterus is increased in women with repeated pregnancy loss and infertility. Reliable diagnosis depends on accurate assessment of the uterine fundal contour and uterine cavity by means of magnetic resonance and three-dimensional ultrasound. Pertinent published data comparing pregnancy outcome before and after hysteroscopic metroplasty indicated a marked improvement after surgery. Magnetic resonance and three-dimensional ultrasound represent the gold standard for diagnosis of septate uterus. Hysteroscopic metroplasty with its simplicity, minimal postoperative sequelae, and improved reproductive outcome is the gold standard for treatment, not only in patients with recurrent pregnancy loss and premature labor but also in patients with infertility, especially if in vitro fertilization is being contemplated.
ISSN:1613-2076
1613-2084
DOI:10.1007/s10397-014-0837-5