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CC BY-NC-ND 4.0 · Indian J Radiol Imaging 2025; 35(01): 159-168
DOI: 10.1055/s-0044-1788588
Pictorial Review

Sonographic Assessment of Isthmocele and Its Obstetric Complications in Subsequent Pregnancies: A Pictorial Review

Prateek Agarwal
1   Department of Radiology, Narayana Health, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
,
Rajesh Kumar Agarwal
2   Department of Ultrasound, Meera Hospital, Jaipur, Rajasthan, India
,
Arushi Purohit
3   Department of Pediatrics, St. John's Medical College, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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Abstract

Cesarean scar defect represents a significant pathology attributed to the rising prevalence of cesarean deliveries. While not commonplace, these lesions can give rise to severe obstetric consequences during subsequent pregnancies. Given the potential complications, it is advisable to screen for uterine niches using transvaginal ultrasound (TVUS) or contrast-enhanced TVUS for individuals planning to conceive. Surgical repair and correction of these lesions can be crucial in averting obstetric and perinatal complications in future pregnancies. Furthermore, timely sonographic evaluation and reporting of isthmocele-related obstetric complications can help avoid serious issues.



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