MRI of pregnancy-related issues: müllerian duct anomalies

AJR Am J Roentgenol. 2012 Feb;198(2):302-10. doi: 10.2214/AJR.11.7789.

Abstract

Objective: Müllerian duct anomalies can adversely affect pregnancy outcomes and can result in clinical symptoms. This article will review the appropriate management of patients with müllerian duct abnormalities.

Conclusion: Whereas uterine and vaginal septa, vaginal agenesis, and unicornuate uterus can be managed surgically, other uterine anomalies tend to be managed clinically. Hence, appropriate management depends on a reliable assessment of pelvic anatomy. MRI can accurately display female pelvic anatomy and is, therefore, useful in guiding therapy.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Female
  • Humans
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging / methods*
  • Mullerian Ducts / abnormalities*
  • Pregnancy
  • Pregnancy Complications / diagnosis*
  • Pregnancy Complications / surgery
  • Pregnancy Outcome
  • Sensitivity and Specificity
  • Urogenital Abnormalities / diagnosis*
  • Urogenital Abnormalities / surgery