bi·cor·nate uterus (b -kôr n t , -n t)n. A uterus that is divided into two lateral horns as a result of imperfect fusion of the paramesonephric ducts. |
bicornate uterus,
an abnormal uterus that may be either a single or a double organ with two horns, or branches. The anomaly is believed to result from an embryonic development error and is associated with a high incidence of preterm birth, spontaneous abortion, and infertility.
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