The uterine artery  is one of the most important blood vessels in a woman’s body. It supplies nearly 80% of the blood flow to the uterus . Under normal conditions, the uterine artery carries about 100 ml of blood per minute . This means that if the artery bleeds continuously for just 10 minutes during surgery , it can result in nearly 1 litre of blood loss . What makes the uterine artery unique is its remarkable ability to adapt during pregnancy . In a healthy pregnancy, bloo

We recently managed a case of repeated IVF failure , where the patient had undergone five unsuccessful IVF cycles  in Satara. On diagnostic laparoscopy , the patient was found to have a bicornuate uterus with a single communicating cavity (left side) . The uterine cavity was small, offering limited space and poor blood supply —making successful embryo implantation difficult. Last week, we performed a repeat laparoscopy and hysteroscopy  for the patient. Using hysteroscopic me

Uterine fibroids  are common benign tumors, but their presence during pregnancy can lead to several complications. 1. Increase in Size Fibroids often increase in size during pregnancy  due to hormonal changes. 2. Uterine Contraction Issues They may cause irregular uterine contractions , which can interfere with the normal course of pregnancy. 3. Risk of Miscarriage or Preterm Labour Irregular contractions can sometimes result in early miscarriage  or preterm labour . 4. Assoc