A hypoplastic uterus (uterus hypotrophicus) is an anomaly in the development of the female reproductive organ, characterized by a decrease in its size and anatomical structure. The condition of uterine hypoplasia can cause various complications and difficulties during pregnancy, so this disease is one of the most important medical problems.
The causes of a hypoplastic uterus can be varied, but most often this anomaly is associated with various factors during a woman’s intrauterine development. This may be due to various maternal illnesses during pregnancy, such as influenza, rubella, toxoplasmosis, herpes or heart disease. Some medications can also cause uterine hypoplasia. In addition, some hereditary diseases may cause this anomaly. In some cases, the causes of a hypoplastic uterus remain unknown. The most common symptom of hypoplasia is an abnormal position of the uterus or its absence in the pelvic area. Sometimes the uterus may be small in size due to its underdevelopment to the level necessary for a normal pregnancy. Other possible symptoms include irregular periods, spotting, and lower back and abdominal pain. A doctor can determine the presence of such symptoms during examination and/or ultrasound examination of the gynecological pelvis. Treatment for hypoplastic uterine anomalies depends on the cause of the disease. If the uterine injury is known to be caused by an infection in the mother, your doctor may prescribe antibiotics or other medications to help treat the infection. Surgery may also be required to correct the uterine abnormality and promote normal uterine function. Women with a healthy uterus can use estrogens to increase their chances of conception and a normal pregnancy. After diagnosing hypoplasia, the doctor needs to find out the cause of this disease and