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Re: Uterine Puncture and Possiblity of Uterine rupture
From: William McIntosh, MD (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Tue, 18 Feb 2003 07:23:28 -0600 (CST)

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In reply to: Gina: "Uterine Puncture and Possiblity of Uterine rupture"

At Tue, 18 Feb 2003, Gina wrote: >
>HI,
>
>I had surgery for endometriosis in November 2001. During the surgery,
>the doctor poked a hole in my uterus and sealed it with a cauterizing
>tool. I did not think too much about it at the time.
>
>I am now 4w pregnant, possibly with multiples. I have come across
>uterine rupture as a complication in my pregnancy books and am concerned
>that the previous damage to my uterus could cause uterine rupture at
>some point during this long awaited pregnancy.
>
>What are the chances of that and any suggestions for treatment/follow
>up?
>
>Thank you,

A simple fundal puncture with a uterine sound or dilator poses no real risk for a future uterine rupture.

-- William D. McIntosh, MD, FACOG
This is for educational purposes only, and is not a substitute for consultation and examination by a licensed medical professional.

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