31 Live Births Reported Following Uterus Transplant

Single-center series details maternal, obstetric, and neonatal outcomes among recipients with uterine-factor infertility

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A total of 31 live births were reported from 27 uterus transplant recipients following assisted reproduction for uterine factor infertility.
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Maternal complications occurred in 30% of women, while obstetric complications were noted in 45% of live-birth pregnancies.
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All live births were delivered via cesarean section, with a median birth weight of 2,900 g and gestational age ranging from 30 weeks 6 days to 38 weeks.
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Neonatal complications included a 37% admission rate to the neonatal intensive care unit and 13% of newborns had congenital anomalies.
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The study emphasizes the need for specialized centers for uterus transplants and highlights the importance of ongoing data sharing for patient counseling.

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