What does uterine septum mean and what are the dangers

I believe some friends have some understanding of uterine septum. Simply put, uterine septum is the hypoplasia or deformity of the uterus. The appearance of uterine septum can pose a great threat to women's pregnancy and may easily lead to miscarriage.

Uterine septum is a manifestation of incomplete cavitation during the congenital development of the uterus. It is characterized by a ridge of connective tissue at the fundus of the uterus protruding into the uterine cavity, deep uterine horns, and a relatively small uterine cavity volume. Pelvic color ultrasound or hysterosalpingography can show that the uterine fundus is sunken in the horizontal position, and the diagnosis is confirmed by hysteroscopy. Uterine septate can lead to miscarriage, premature birth, breech presentation, premature rupture of membranes, placenta previa, abnormal postpartum bleeding and intrauterine growth retardation of the fetus.

Uterine septate is the most common uterine malformation and is associated with poor pregnancy outcomes. Uterine septate can lead to miscarriage, premature birth, breech presentation, premature rupture of membranes, placenta previa, abnormal postpartum bleeding and intrauterine growth retardation of the fetus.

1. Recurrent miscarriage

Some recurrent miscarriages are caused by uterine malformations, among which uterine septate accounts for the majority. Uterine septate occurs frequently in women with recurrent pregnancy failure, especially early pregnancy loss.

2. Infertility

It cannot be ruled out that uterine septum is one of the factors affecting conception in some infertile patients.

3. Ectopic pregnancy (also called extrauterine pregnancy)

Due to the complexity of uterine malformations, ectopic pregnancy (also known as extrauterine pregnancy) can often occur in closed uterine horns, rudimentary uterine horns, cervix or vaginal diverticula. Because of their rarity, pregnancies in this unusual location are often difficult to diagnose early.

4. Abnormal delivery

Due to the influence of the mediastinum, the uterine cavity is deformed, leading to an increased incidence of complications in late pregnancy. Uterine malformation can also lead to obstetric complications such as abnormal fetal position, uterine contraction dysfunction, and retained placenta.

5. Excessive vaginal discharge

A small number of patients may have a large amount of purulent and bloody leucorrhea, and some patients may have leucorrhea that resembles dead flesh and has an infectious odor.

6. Irregular menstruation

If the patient has a relatively large uterine septum, the menstrual volume will increase significantly, the menstrual period will be prolonged, and irregular vaginal bleeding will occur.

7. Secondary anemia

If the patient has heavy menstruation for a long time, it is easy to cause secondary anemia. Generally, such patients have pale complexion and symptoms such as palpitations and general weakness.