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Review
. 2013 Dec 27:11:118.
doi: 10.1186/1477-7827-11-118.

The management of Asherman syndrome: a review of literature

Alessandro Conforti  1 , Carlo Alviggi, Antonio Mollo, Giuseppe De Placido, Adam Magos
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Review

The management of Asherman syndrome: a review of literature

Alessandro Conforti et al. Reprod Biol Endocrinol. .

Abstract

Asherman syndrome is a debatable topic in gynaecological field and there is no clear consensus about management and treatment. It is characterized by variable scarring inside the uterine cavity and it is also cause of menstrual disturbances, infertility and placental abnormalities. The advent of hysteroscopy has revolutionized its diagnosis and management and is therefore considered the most valuable tool in diagnosis and management. The aim of this review is to explore the most recent evidence related to this condition with regards to aetiology, diagnosis management and follow up strategies.

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Figure 1
Intrauterine adhesions: hysteroscopic appearance.
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Figure 2
Adhesiolysis done using hysteroscopic scissors.
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