Recurrent incarceration of the retroverted gravid uterus at term - two times transvaginal caesarean section: a case report.

J Med Case Rep

Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, University Medical Center Groningen, University of Groningen, PO Box 30.001, 9700 RB Groningen, The Netherlands.

Published: November 2009

AI Article Synopsis

  • Persistent retroversion of a pregnant uterus (incarceration) in the third trimester is rare but can lead to serious complications for both mother and baby.
  • A 35-year-old woman experienced undiagnosed recurrent uterine incarceration, which complicated her delivery.
  • The case highlights the successful management of this condition through two transvaginal cesarean sections, aiming to raise awareness and improve treatment approaches for similar cases.

Article Abstract

Introduction: Persistent retroversion of a gravid uterus (incarceration) in the third trimester is an extremely rare diagnosis and is only scarcely been described. Its prevalence may lead to increased foetal mortality and maternal morbidity.

Case Presentation: We present a case where a 35-year-old patient had undiagnosed (recurrent) uterine incarceration at term. Operative delivery proved difficult due to distorted anatomy. Therefore, in our case delivery of the fetus through transvaginal caesarean section was required.

Conclusion: This case report discusses the diagnosis and management of (recurrent) incarceration of the retroverted uterus at term resulting in two successful transvaginal caesarean sections. In presenting this case, we aim at improving awareness, diagnosis and treatment of the retroverted incarcerated gravid uterus.

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