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(Q51.3) Bicornate uterus
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80 568 in individuals diagnosis bicornate uterus confirmed
Diagnosis bicornate uterus is diagnosed Prevalent in Women Only
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Men receive the diagnosis bicornate uterus
0 (No mortality)Died from this diagnosis.
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80 568
Women receive the diagnosis bicornate uterus
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease bicornate uterus - Men aged 0 and Women aged 25-29
No Cases of the Disease Bicornate uterus identified in Men
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-9, 75-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-1, 10-74
Disease Features bicornate uterus
Absence or low individual and public risk
Bicornate uterus - what does this mean
A bicornate uterus is a congenital malformation of the uterus, which is caused by incomplete fusion of the two müllerian ducts during fetal development. this results in a uterus that is divided into two sections, resembling the shape of a heart.
What happens during the disease - bicornate uterus
Bicornate uterus is a congenital malformation of the uterus caused by incomplete fusion of the two mullerian ducts during embryonic development. this can lead to abnormal uterine shape, size and position, and can cause difficulty in carrying a pregnancy to term. it can also lead to reproductive issues such as infertility, recurrent miscarriages, and preterm labor.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Ultrasound
- Pelvic exam
- CT scan
- MRI scan
- Hysterosalpingography
- Laparoscopy
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To create a single uterus cavity.
- Ultrasound to diagnose the condition
- Hormone therapy to reduce the size of the uterine cavity
- Surgery to remove the septum and create a single uterine cavity
- Post-operative monitoring to ensure the uterus is functioning properly
- Counseling to help the patient cope with the diagnosis and treatment
3 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Bicornate uterus - Prevention
The prevention of bicornate uterus is primarily focused on early detection. regular prenatal care is important to identify any potential congenital anomalies, including bicornate uterus. genetic counseling and testing may be recommended for women with a family history of the condition, to better understand the risks of passing the condition on to future children.