🩺 Bicornuate Uterus

A bicornuate uterus is a congenital uterine anomaly resulting from incomplete fusion of the Müllerian ducts during fetal development.

It is characterized by a deep external fundal indentation, creating the appearance of a "heart-shaped" uterus with two uterine horns.

One of the most important clinical challenges is differentiating a bicornuate uterus from a septate uterus, as management differs significantly.

Accurate diagnosis often requires:

 • 3D transvaginal ultrasound

 • MRI in selected cases.

What does it mean for fertility and pregnancy?

The good news is that most women with a bicornuate uterus can conceive naturally.

However, studies have shown an increased risk of: 

• Miscarriage 

• Preterm birth 

• Malpresentation (especially breech presentation)

 • Cervical insufficiency in selected patients 

• Increased cesarean delivery rates.

Importantly, bicornuate uterus is more strongly associated with pregnancy-related complications than with infertility itself.

Management is usually focused on: 

✔️ Accurate diagnosis

 ✔️ Individualized pregnancy surveillance 

✔️ Appropriate obstetric care

A bicornuate uterus should not automatically be viewed as a barrier to motherhood.

With proper monitoring, many women achieve successful pregnancies and healthy outcomes.

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