Case report reveals unintended pregnancy with retained intrauterine balloon in a patient with intrauterine adhesions, indicating unique implications for treatment.
Objective To report a rare case achieving successful pregnancy with retained intrauterine balloon. Design Case report. Setting Obstetrics and Gynecology, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University, China. Patient A 24-year-old female diagnosed with intrauterine adhesions unexpectedly conceived with retained intrauterine balloon. Main outcome measures Successful pregnancy during balloon placement. Results After regular prenatal check, the patient finally delivered a healthy baby through caesarean section without adverse pregnancy outcomes. Conclusion Hysteroscopic adhesiolysis combined with Cook balloon placement is an effective approach for treating intrauterine adhesions. During balloon placement, strict contraception is required.
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