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OVERVIEW
Asherman syndrome is the presence of intrauterine adhesions.
WHAT CAUSES IT?
Intrauterine surgery/infection/inflammation can be responsible for this condition. Specific surgeries that may cause it include:
- Dilation and curettage
- Myomectomy
- Cesarean delivery
WHY IS THIS A PROBLEM?
This condition can be an anatomical cause of secondary ammrenohreea
WHAT MAKES US SUSPECT IT?
Risk factors
Past uterine surgery, endometritis
Initial presentation
CLINCIAL WORKUP
Progestin challenge: this challenge will NOT result in withdrawal bleeding.
ARCHIVE OF STANDARDIZED EXAM QUESTIONS
This archive compiles standardized exam questions that relate to this topic.
Page Updated: 09.16.2016