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Intrauterine synechiae

by Alike Medical Team ∙ Updated on June 13, 2023

Additional names

This group contains additional names: - Asherman's syndrome

General

Asherman’s syndrome refers to adhesion inside the uterus which occurs due to medical interventions. Adhesions are scar tissue which reduce the intrauterine space. Asherman’s syndrome may lead to fertility problems, bleeding and pain. Causes for Asherman’s syndrome may include surgeries (such as dilation and curettage and cesarean section), infections, and radiation treatment.

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Signs & symptoms

Symptoms may include hypomenorrhea (light menstrual bleeding), amenorrhea, abnormal uterine bleeding, pelvic pain, or having fertility problems like getting or staying pregnant.

Diagnosis

Diagnosis is based upon findings from medical history and physical examination. Further evaluation may include pelvic ultrasound, hysteroscopy, and saline infusion sonography.

Treatment

Treatment for Asherman’s syndrome is removal of the adhesions with hysteroscopy.

Note

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