An unusual diagnosis of a bicornuate unicollis uterus

We present a case of an unusual diagnosis of a bicornuate unicollis uterus mimicking a uterus didelphys with blind hemivagina. Few cases of a bicornuate uterus have been reported with the primary symptom of a paracervical pyocolpos. The difficulties involved in the diagnosis and management of this particular congenital malformation are described in detail. The role of imaging techniques and adequate preoperative preparation is emphasised with a review of recent literature.     

Ectopic pregnancy after successful treatment with percutaneous transcatheter uterine arterial embolization for congenital uterine arteriovenous malformation: a case report

INTRODUCTION: Uterine arteriovenous malformation (AVM) is a rare disease. Percutaneous transcatheter uterine arterial embolization (UAE) has been performed in patients who wish to preserve their ability to conceive. UAE is considered to be a safe and effective procedure, but its long-term effect on fertility has not been fully elucidated. We present a case of ectopic tubal pregnancy after conservative treatment with UAE for uterine AVM. CASE: A 30-year-old Japanese woman was admitted for the treatment of unruptured right tubal pregnancy at 6 weeks of gestation. She had conceived spontaneously and delivered a healthy baby at term, 3 years previously. Subsequently, she was successfully treated with UAE for a large congenital uterine AVM. Transvaginal color Doppler ultrasonography revealed no evidence of residual AVM vessels. After the diagnosis of ectopic pregnancy, the patient underwent right tubectomy. At laparotomy, there were no adhesions or structural anomalies in the pelvic cavity that might affect tubal function. The patient's postoperative course was uneventful, and she is now healthy without conception 24 months after surgery. CONCLUSION: Prior uterine arterial embolization may have affected the tubal function in the present case, allowing tubal pregnancy to occur.     

Adnexal torsion in a patient with bichorial twin pregnancy in the 21st week of gestation treated by open laparoscopy: a case report

Adnexal torsion is a rare finding during pregnancy. Here we report a patient with bichorial twin pregnancy in the 21st week of gestation with adnexal torsion. She was admitted with acute abdominal pain. Open laparoscopy was performed and the left adnexa was unwinded successfully. The postoperative follow-up was uneventful. Adnexal torsion as differential diagnosis of acute abdomen in pregnancy should be considered seriously to avoid irreversible lesions of the ovary and (salpingo-) oophorectomy.     

Carbetocin versus oxytocin for prevention of postpartum hemorrhage in infertile women with twin pregnancy undergoing elective cesarean delivery

Objective

To compare the efficacy and safety of carbetocin with those of oxytocin infusion in women with twin pregnancy undergoing elective cesarean delivery.

Resting oxygen consumption in patients with twin pregnancy

Objective This study examined the resting oxygen consumption in patients with a twin pregnancy and compared the results with those of singleton pregnancies.Methods In 15 patients with a twin and 26 patients with a singleton pregnancy, the resting oxygen consumption was measured using an open-circuit ventilatory system during the third trimester of pregnancy.Results The average resting oxygen consumption in patients with a twin pregnancy was 231±25 ml/min, significantly higher than that in patients with a singleton pregnancy (209±24 ml/min, P<0.05).Conclusion Our results indicate an estimated increase in metabolic rate in patients during the third trimester of a twin pregnancy compared with those with a singleton pregnancy.     

Simultaneous pregnancy in each cavity of a double uterus. A case report

A case of twin pregnancy in an anovulatory woman with uterus didelphys who conceived after ovulation induction is described. The management and possible complications of such cases are discussed.     

Unilateral twin ectopic pregnancy managed with laparoscopic salpingectomy

We describe a rare case of unilateral twin tubal ectopic pregnancy in a multiparous lady in the right fallopian tube that was confirmed on laparoscopy and managed by laparoscopic salpingectomy.     

Intrauterine candidiasis in a twin pregnancy after myomectomy, in vitro fertilization and embryo transfer

A IVF twin pregnancy in a patient who had previously undergone a myomectomy ended in a intrauterine infection, placental abruption and fetal losses at 21 weeks. Intrauterine Candidiasis may have played a role in the pathogenesis of the unsuccesful outcome.     

双胎妊娠的分娩方式与妊娠结局探讨

目的　探讨双胎妊娠的分娩方式与妊娠结局的关系。方法　将 1995年 1月至 2 0 0 3年 5月 98例双胎妊娠产妇按分娩方式分为阴道分娩组及剖宫产组 ,对其临床资料进行回顾性分析。结果　两组的孕周、产后出血率比较差异无显著性意义 (P >0 0 5 ) ,剖宫产组新生儿体重显著高于阴道分娩组 (P <0 0 1) ,两组第 1胎分娩新生儿窒息率差异无显著性意义 (P >0 0 5 ) ,而第 2胎分娩新生儿窒息率剖宫产组显著低于阴道分娩组(P <0 0 5 )。结论　正确选择双胎妊娠的分娩方式 ,将有助于降低剖宫产率及新生儿窒息率     

Maternal and perinatal complications in triplet compared with twin pregnancy

Objective: To compare maternal and perinatal complications in triplet and twin pregnancies. Study design: Case-controlled study in the setting of a University Hospital. Each pregnancy of a consecutive series of 40 triplet pregnancies of 20 weeks or more was matched for parity and maternal age with two sets of twins delivered in the same year. Primary end points of the analysis were maternal complications and perinatal outcome. Results: Of the triplets 82% and of the twins 36% were a result of assisted reproduction. Pre-term labor occurred significantly more often in triplet than in twin gestation. Triplets had a significantly lower median birth-weight (1478 vs. 2030 g) and gestational age at delivery (32 vs. 35.5 weeks). The mean neonatal hospital stay was significantly longer in triplets, mainly related to the lower birth-weight, but there was no significant difference between triplets and twins in the incidence of major neonatal complications. Conclusion: This data of the anticipated perinatal outcome in triplet and twin pregnancies may be used to counsel women with a triplet pregnancy considering selective reduction to twins. All methods of assisted reproduction should aim at prevention of multifetal gestation.     

Cervical cerclage in twin pregnancy

Cervical cerclage in women with twin pregnancy is not routinely indicated but appears to be beneficial in subjects with a history of preterm birth or very short cervix or dilated cervix. There is a paucity of literature data regarding transabdominal or laparoscopic cervical cerclage (LCC) in twin pregnancy. It is uncertain whether LCC is more effective than transvaginal cerclage. Our own experience of 24 cases of LCC in twin pregnancy showed encouraging results. Further, well-planned studies are required to answer whether, when, and how cervical cerclage should be performed in women with twin pregnancy.     

双胎妊娠合并贫血与妊娠结局的分析

目的：探讨双胎妊娠合并贫血对妊娠结局的影响，方法：将496例双胎妊娠分为两组，妊娠合并贫血者（贫血组）共321例，其余175例为对照组，对两组病的妊高征，产前出血，产后出血，早产，胎膜早破发生率与平均孕周，平均出生体重分别进行对照分析。结果：贫血组妊高征，产后出血，早产，胎膜早破发生率显著高于对照组（P＜0．05），且贫血严重程度与妊高征，产后出血发生率呈正相关（P＜0．05），与平均孕周呈负相关（P＜0．05）。两组新生儿平均出生体重无显著差异（P＞0．05），但重度贫血病例的新生儿平均出生体重与对照组比较，有显著性差异（P＜0．05）。结论：双胎妊娠合并贫血时各种并发症发生率成倍增加，特别是重度贫血对孕产妇和围生儿有严重的威胁。     

Cervical cerclage for prevention of preterm birth in women with twin pregnancy.

OBJECTIVE: To compare the effect of elective cervical cerclage in women with twin pregnancy on gestational age at time of delivery. METHOD: In a pragmatic fashion women in Abha Maternity Hospital, Saudi Arabia with twin gestations were allocated to receive either an elective cerclage (group I) or no cerclage (group II). Elective cerclage was performed at 12 to 14 weeks of gestation after sonographic examination of the fetus to confirm gestational age and exclude major congenital anomalies. In all cases, follow up of the pregnancy was continued until delivery. RESULTS: Of the 176 twin pregnancies included, cerclage was performed in 76 women, and no cerclage in 100 women. In Group I: 12 pregnancies ended in spontaneous miscarriage, 37 in preterm labor, and 27 women reached full term. There were a total of 106 live births in 62 women. In Group II: 8 women aborted, 44 women ended in preterm labor and 48 women reached full term. There were a total of 160 live births in 89 women. The gestational age at delivery ranged from 20 to 41 weeks. Multiple regression analysis did not show association between cerclage and time of delivery, although a trend was observed (P=0.056). CONCLUSION: Elective cerclage contributes little in prolongation of gestational age at the time of delivery in women with twin pregnancy, especially in women of high parity. Those with a previous history of preterm labor may be a subgroup that could benefit from elective cerclage.