Investigating the clinical manifestations associated with isthmocele: a meta-analysis study.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

Isthmocele is recognized as a potential complication following cesarean delivery. Women affected by isthmocele experience an increased risk of various complications throughout their lives. The objective of this study was to investigate the clinical manifestations associated with isthmocele.

Materials and methods

A systematic search was conducted across Medline, Scopus, and Web of Science for studies potentially eligible for inclusion as of November 6, 2024. All observational studies that evaluated the clinical symptoms associated with isthmocele were considered for this systematic review. The outcomes of interest included abnormal bleeding (hypermenorrhea, polymenorrhagia, amenorrhea, and spotting), dyspareunia, dysmenorrhea, pelvic pain, vaginal discharge, and urina

SUBMITTER: Sharifipour F 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12705739 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature