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Prenatal Sonographic Detection of Uterine Dehiscence

Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program: Mayo Clinic College of Medicine; Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program: Mayo Clinic College of Medicine, 200 First Street SW, Rochester, MN 55905. youngs.diane{at}mayo.edu

Kathleen A. Praska, RDMS

Roger W. Harms, MD

Mayo Clinic Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Rochester, MN.

Uterine dehiscence is the incomplete separation of the myometrium at a uterine scar site, usually from a previous cesarean section. Because membranes remain intact, the prognosis for both mother and fetus is generally good. However, labor contractions may lead to progression and a complete uterine rupture, which can be catastrophic. The combination of abdominal pain, previous cesarean section, and the sonographic finding of ballooning membranes should suggest the diagnosis of uterine dehiscence.

Key Words: uterine dehiscence • uterine rupture • cesarean section • uterine scar • sonography

Journal of Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Vol. 20, No. 6, 418-421 (2004)
DOI: 10.1177/8756479304268938


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