Case of Secondary Infertility Due to Retained Fetal Bones
Author Information
Author(s): Hannah Kramer, Johann Rhemrev
Primary Institution: Medisch Centrum Haaglanden, Department of Gynaecology, Delft, The Netherlands
Hypothesis
Can retained fetal bones after an abortion cause secondary infertility?
Conclusion
The removal of retained fetal bone fragments can lead to spontaneous conception in women with secondary infertility.
Supporting Evidence
- The patient had no complaints other than secondary infertility.
- After the removal of the fetal bone fragments, the patient conceived spontaneously within 6 months.
- Histopathological analysis confirmed the presence of five bone fragments.
Takeaway
Sometimes, after an abortion, tiny pieces of bone can stay in the body and make it hard to get pregnant again. Removing these bones can help someone become pregnant.
Methodology
The case involved a hysteroscopy to remove retained fetal bones and subsequent monitoring of the patient's fertility.
Limitations
The study is based on a single case report, limiting generalizability.
Participant Demographics
A 32-year-old woman with a history of abortion 8 years prior.
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