Niche, a growing problem for gynecologist and obstetrician.

Newton de Paula Ishikawa; Nathalia Bersi Ishikawa; Mayra Prado Rodrigues; Maria Clara de Oliveira Junqueira; César Augusto Sobrinho; Iandara Schettert Silva; Rondon Tosta Ramalho; Ricardo Dutra Aydos

doi:10.31686/ijier.vol8.iss2.2170

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Newton de Paula Ishikawa

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Nathalia Bersi Ishikawa
Mayra Prado Rodrigues
Maria Clara de Oliveira Junqueira
César Augusto Sobrinho
Iandara Schettert Silva
Rondon Tosta Ramalho
Ricardo Dutra Aydos

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.31686/ijier.vol8.iss2.2170

Keywords:

cesarean scar defect, isthmocele, niche, sonohysterography, abnormal uterine bleeding

Abstract

Niche formation is a growing problem in Brazil and worldwide. Today, cesarean delivery rates far exceed levels recommended by the World Health Organization. The procedure constitutes the most common surgery in the world, and its most frequent complication is niche formation (84% prevalence), as detected by sonohysterography. Several gynecological problems related to this cesarean scar defect can ensue, with the most frequent symptom being abnormal uterine bleeding. Obstetric problems in subsequent pregnancies include uterine rupture, abnormal placentation, and cesarean scar pregnancy. Recommended treatments yield good results, but there is no consensus on niche prevention, owing to an incomplete understanding of its pathophysiology. Comparisons of surgical techniques have revealed no significant differences. Further studies are needed to elucidate the multifactorial pathophysiology of niche and help to develop approaches for preventing its occurrence.

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Newton de Paula Ishikawa

Nathalia Bersi Ishikawa

Mayra Prado Rodrigues

Maria Clara de Oliveira Junqueira

César Augusto Sobrinho

Iandara Schettert Silva

Rondon Tosta Ramalho

Ricardo Dutra Aydos

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