Effectiveness of Three Steps Hysteroscopic Repair of Post Caesarean Isthmocele in Patients With Post Menstrual Spotting

Effectiveness of Three Steps Hysteroscopic Repair of Post Caesarean Isthmocele in Patients With Post Menstrual Spotting

Isthmocele is one complications of repeat cesarean sections which is considered as a pocket .that accumulate menstrual blood causing post- menstrual spotting Hysteroscopic resection of the edges of the isthmocele is considered the best treatment option available up to date. Aim of the work: Asses the effectiveness of three steps method resection using hysteroscopy of an isthmocele in patients complained of post -menstrual bleeding with confirmed presence of isthmocele.

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The incidence rate of cesarean deliveries has been dramatically increased in Egypt.(1) Isthmocele is one of the known complications of repeat cesarean sections.(2) Post- menstrual spotting and many other gynecological complains have been correlated to this isthmocele which is considered as a pocket that accumulate menstrual blood. (3) Hysteroscopic resection of the edges of the isthmocele is considered the best treatment option available up to date.(4) Aim of the work: Asses the effectiveness of three steps method resection using hysteroscopy of an isthmocele in patients complained of post-menstrual bleeding with confirmed presence of isthmocele.

Patients: 50 patients complained of post-menstrual bleeding with confirmed presence of isthmocele. After written consent, the patient will be subjected to three steps hysteroscopic resection of an isthmocele by removing the distal edge of the niche then the proximal edge and lastly ball cauterization of the floor of the pouch of the isthmocele. Post-operative trans-vaginal ultrasound and follow up for 2 menstrual cycles.

Inclusion Criteria:

• female
• previous cesarean sections
• complain post menstrual spotting

Exclusion Criteria:

• other genital tract abnormality
• other uterine causes pf bleeding residual myometrial thickness less than 3mm