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01-04-2013 | General Gynecology

Rudimentary horn pregnancy: a 10-year experience and review of literature

Authors: Sujata Siwatch, Reeti Mehra, Dilpreet Kaur Pandher, Anju Huria

Published in: Archives of Gynecology and Obstetrics | Issue 4/2013

Abstract

Rudimentary horn pregnancy is rare, but can cause considerable morbidity and mortality. We discuss five cases presented to our hospital in the last 10 years and systematically review the 10-year literature of rudimentary horn pregnancies diagnosed antenatally pre-rupture.

Objectives of the review

The aim of the review was to find radiologic investigations/criteria to diagnose rudimentary horn pregnancy antenatally pre-rupture.

Search methods

A systematic literature review was carried out in Pubmed search for rudimentary horn pregnancies. The radiologic findings of the cases diagnosed before rupture were analyzed.

Results

Ultrasound is the most commonly used technique, though MRI seems to delineate details better. Non-continuity of the lumen of the cervix with the pregnant uterine horn is an important imaging finding. High clinical suspicion and radiologic skill for diagnosis are emphasized.

Conclusions

The review presents the existing imaging criteria to diagnose rudimentary horn pregnancy and suggests future research to enhance the limited evidence.

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Title: Rudimentary horn pregnancy: a 10-year experience and review of literature
Authors: Sujata Siwatch
Reeti Mehra
Dilpreet Kaur Pandher
Anju Huria
Publication date: 01-04-2013
Publisher: Springer-Verlag
Published in: Archives of Gynecology and Obstetrics / Issue 4/2013
Print ISSN: 0932-0067
Electronic ISSN: 1432-0711
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s00404-012-2625-7

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Rudimentary horn pregnancy: a 10-year experience and review of literature

Abstract

Objectives of the review

Search methods

Results

Conclusions

At a glance: The STEP trials

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Abstract

Objectives of the review

Search methods

Results

Conclusions

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