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Fertility Glossary

Uterine septum

A band of tissue dividing part of the uterine cavity.

Conditions

A septate uterus is a congenital variation where a wedge of tissue partially divides the cavity. It is associated with miscarriage and, in some cases, with difficulty conceiving. Hysteroscopic division is sometimes offered, though the evidence for improved outcomes is debated and the decision should be individualised.

Also known as: septate uterus, septum

Sources

  • Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (ranzcog.edu.au)

Last reviewed: 10 September 2026. Written by the Antega Editorial Team. General information only — always follow the advice of your own clinic, doctor or pharmacist.

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