Rudimentary horn pregnancy with neonatal and maternal survival
O'Grady, J.P.; Salem, F.A.
Journal of the National Medical Association 70(11): 863-866
1978
ISSN/ISBN: 0027-9684 PMID: 722835 Document Number: 134864
Pregnancy in a rudimentary uterine horn is an unusual event that often terminates early in gestation with catastrophic hemorrhage. Under rare circumstances an intact rudimentary horn or a secondary abdominal pregnancy from a ruptured horn continues to term.These cases present with pain or anemia, an uncertain or abnormal fetal lie, and may be complicated by symptoms of preeclampsia. Physical examination, and ultrasonic and radiographic studies lead to the correct diagnosis. Rapid surgical intervention can result in fetal and maternal survival with preservation of fertility.