Abstract
Background
M��llerian anomalies increase the potential for complications during pregnancy termination.
We present an unusual complication of abortion in a patient with a bicornuate uterus.
Case
We present a case of failed medical and surgical abortion in a woman with a bicornuate
uterus. A hysteroscopy was performed, but the pregnant horn could not be entered due
to a cervical septum. Laparotomy and hysterotomy were required to complete the abortion.
Conclusion
Standard approaches to surgical abortion can fail in cases of uterine anomaly, and
surgical versatility is required. Laparotomy and hysterotomy should be reserved for
the most difficult and rare instances of failed abortion.
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Article info
Publication history
Published online: January 17, 2007
Accepted:
October 30,
2006
Received in revised form:
October 24,
2006
Received:
August 8,
2006
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Copyright
© 2007 Elsevier Inc. Published by Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.
