2025 ICD-10-CM code Q51.3
(Active) Effective Date: N/A Congenital malformations of genital organs - Congenital malformations of uterus and cervix Q00-Q99 Feed
Bicornate uterus, complete or partial.
Medical necessity for treatment is determined by the severity of symptoms or complications, such as recurrent pregnancy loss or infertility.
Diagnosis and management of this condition are typically handled by gynecologists or obstetricians.
In simple words: The uterus is heart-shaped with two cavities instead of one.
A congenital malformation where the uterus has two horns, either partially or completely separated.
Example 1: A woman experiencing recurrent miscarriages is found to have a bicornuate uterus upon examination., A routine ultrasound during pregnancy reveals a bicornuate uterus in an otherwise healthy patient., A patient presents with infertility and is diagnosed with a bicornuate uterus after imaging studies.
Imaging studies, such as ultrasound or MRI, are necessary to confirm the diagnosis.
- Specialties:Gynecology, Obstetrics
- Place of Service:Office, Inpatient Hospital, Outpatient Hospital