What is septate uterus?

Septate uterus is a common uterine malformation in the female population caused by an error in the resorption of the septum separating the Müllerian ducts. This uterine anomaly has a prevalence of approximately 55% and is associated with repeated miscarriages.

Although a septate uterus poses a problem in achieving pregnancy, this uterine malformation can be corrected by hysteroscopy. Moreover, this gynecologic surgery offers a high guarantee of success and, therefore, would increase the pregnancy rate and decrease the miscarriage rate in women.

Normally, most women with a septate uterus do not describe symptoms, i.e. they are usually asymptomatic. However, dysmenorrhea, unilateral fallopian tube obstruction and endometriosis may occasionally occur.

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Author

Cristina Algarra Goosman

B.Sc., M.Sc.

Psychologist

Graduated in Psychology by the University of Valencia (UV) and specialized in Clinical Psychology by the European University Center and specific training in Infertility: Legal, Medical and Psychosocial Aspects by University of Valencia (UV) and ADEIT.
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