Hysteroscopic metroplasty is a minimally invasive procedure used to remove the uterine septum. We can insert surgical instruments into your body through the cervix and remove the septum. The procedure takes about one hour to complete and usually increases your chances of a successful pregnancy by about 65%. Once the septum is removed, your body won’t regenerate it.
Outcomes of Septum Removal Surgery
After uterine septum removal, women with pre-existing conditions experienced the following outcomes:
How does a Septum Uterus affect pregnancy?
Decreased dysmenorrhea cases
Reduced abdominal pain related to the uterine septum
Improved ability to conceive naturally
Fewer occurrences of miscarriage
The septum uterus is usually asymptomatic and does not bother unless a woman is pregnant. A woman affected by a vaginal septum may experience some complications during pregnancy.
Some of the common complications are-Increased Risk of Miscarriage:
The septum can interfere with implantation or blood flow, leading to a higher risk of miscarriage.
Malpresentation of baby: The septum may cause the baby to be in a breech or abnormal position, affecting delivery.
Premature birth: The septum reduces the available space in the uterus for the growing fetus, which can impact the baby’s development and lead to early delivery with lower birth weight
Infertility: It can hinder conception or implantation, leading to difficulties in getting pregnant
Conclusion : An underlying uterine septum causes more than just physical trauma when you are failing to conceive or are getting frequent miscarriages. While it is silent enough to be mistaken for just another painful menstruation, getting regular gynaecological check-ups can prevent such painful experiences.