A patient is found to have an arcuate uterus during evaluation for infertility. This variant is due to incomplete resorption of which embryologic structure?
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Correct answer: Paramesonephric ducts
An arcuate uterus results from partial failure of resorption of the paramesonephric duct septum. It is generally benign and has minimal impact on fertility.
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