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Cornual uterine diverticulum following a failed pregnancy
Sara Babcock Gilbert1, Julia I Reading2, Miriam D Post3
1a Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology , University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus , Aurora , CO , USA.
Summary
Uterine diverticula are rare but can cause pelvic pain and ectopic pregnancy. This case highlights a uterine diverticulum with placental implantation, successfully treated with laparoscopic removal.
Area of Science:
- Reproductive Medicine
- Gynecologic Surgery
- Pathology
Background:
- Uterine diverticula are uncommon congenital or acquired anomalies of the uterus.
- They can present as cystic masses and are associated with complications such as pelvic pain and ectopic pregnancy.
Observation:
- A 32-year-old woman with a history of tubal pregnancy and pelvic pain presented with a cornual uterine cystic mass.
- Initial laparoscopy identified the cystic structure, and saline infusion sonohysterography confirmed a fluid-filled uterine cornual mass.
- Hysteroscopy did not reveal an outpouching, but chromopertubation during laparoscopy successfully visualized the diverticulum.
Findings:
- Laparoscopic excision of the uterine diverticulum was performed.
- Pathology confirmed the presence of a uterine diverticulum containing a placental implantation site and necrotic chorionic villi.
Implications:
- This case underscores the importance of considering uterine diverticula in the differential diagnosis of uterine cystic masses, especially in patients with pelvic pain or pregnancy complications.
- Successful laparoscopic management highlights the feasibility of surgical intervention for symptomatic uterine diverticula.
- The presence of placental tissue emphasizes the potential for uterine diverticula to support pregnancy, posing risks for ectopic implantation and requiring careful evaluation.
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