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Endometrial Cavity

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Successful implantation largely depends on the embryo’s quality and on hormonally primed uterine receptivity [1]. In fact, the uterus and endometrial cavity are fundamental components for reproduction, and their normal structure and function positively influence conception and pregnancy outcomes. However, it is still a matter of debate whether congenital or acquired structural uterine abnormalities, such as Mullerian anomalies, adenomyosis, myomas, endometrial polyps, and intrauterine adhesions, may play a role in female infertility, probably leading to subfertility, to defective endometrial receptivity, and to consequently decreased embryo implantation or miscarriage [2].

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Leone, F.P.G. (2017). Endometrial Cavity. In: Guerriero, S., Martins, W., Alcazar, J. (eds) Managing Ultrasonography in Human Reproduction. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-41037-1_4

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