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Fertility Glossary

Congenital uterine anomaly

A uterus formed differently before birth.

Female fertility

Variations include septate, bicornuate, unicornuate and didelphys uteri. Many people with these differences conceive and carry pregnancies, though some carry higher risks of miscarriage, preterm birth and malpresentation, and kidney anomalies sometimes coexist.

Also known as: Müllerian anomaly, bicornuate uterus, uterus didelphys

Sources

  • Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada (SOGC) patient information

Last reviewed: September 9, 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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