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Unicornuate Uterus & Fertility
A unicornuate uterus is a congenital condition in which only one side of the uterus fully develops. This page explains how it is diagnosed and its potential implications for fertility, pregnancy, and reproductive care.
Summary:
- A unicornuate uterus is a congenital condition in which one side of the uterus does not fully develop.
- Many people with a unicornuate uterus can conceive, although pregnancy risks may be increased.
- The condition may sometimes occur with a rudimentary uterine horn or other developmental differences.
- Diagnosis typically involves detailed ultrasound, MRI, or other imaging.
- Reproductive and pregnancy care depends on individual anatomy and reproductive history.
What Is a Unicornuate Uterus?
A unicornuate uterus is a congenital uterine anomaly in which one side of the uterus develops more fully than the other. The resulting uterine cavity is generally smaller and differently shaped than a typical uterus.
Unicornuate Uterus & Fertility
Many people with a unicornuate uterus are able to conceive. The condition may have greater implications for pregnancy monitoring and obstetric outcomes than for conception itself.
How a Unicornuate Uterus Is Evaluated
Three-dimensional ultrasound or MRI can help define the uterine anatomy and distinguish a unicornuate uterus from other differences such as bicornuate uterus or uterine didelphys.
Common Unicornuate Uterus Questions
Can you get pregnant with a unicornuate uterus?
Yes. Many people with a unicornuate uterus are able to conceive.
Does a unicornuate uterus cause infertility?
Not necessarily. The condition may be more important for pregnancy management than conception itself.
Can a unicornuate uterus be surgically made into a normal-shaped uterus?
Generally no. Management focuses on understanding the anatomy and providing appropriate reproductive and pregnancy care.
Understanding a Unicornuate Uterus in the Context of Your Fertility
A unicornuate uterus is a lifelong difference in uterine anatomy, but it does not determine whether you can become a parent. Many people with this anatomy are able to conceive, with individualized attention to pregnancy care when appropriate. Spring Fertility can help clarify your anatomy and consider it alongside your reproductive history and family-building plans.
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