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Vaginal agenesis in Hyderabad

Vaginal agenesis in Hyderabad is an uncommon condition in which the uterus (womb) may not form at all or only partially. This disorder starts before birth and could possibly lead to kidney or bone issues.

Mullerian agenesis, mullerian aplasia, and Mayer-Rokitansky-Kuster-Hauser syndrome are other names for the disorder. When a female does not start menstruation during puberty, vaginal agenesis is frequently diagnosed.

It is frequently effective to create a vagina by using a vaginal dilator, a tube-shaped instrument that, when used repeatedly, can extend the vagina. Occasionally, surgery may be required. Being treated makes it feasible to engage in vaginal activity.

Females who do not menstruate but have vaginal agenesis may go unreported until they are in their teens (amenorrhea). Typical female development is generally followed by further puberty symptoms.

Some characteristics or symptoms of vaginal agenesis include:

  • The genitalia resemble those of a regular woman.
  • The vagina may be missing or have only a tiny indentation where a vaginal opening would normally be. It may also be shorter without a cervix at the end.
  • There could be no uterus or merely a partially formed one. The endometrium, which is tissue that lines the uterus, can cause monthly cramps or persistent abdominal pain.
  • The ovaries are usually fully formed and functional, albeit they could be situated in an uncommon part of the abdomen.

Overview of Vaginal Agenesis and Surgical Treatment Options

Aspect Details
Condition Müllerian agenesis (also known as vaginal agenesis or MRKH syndrome), a congenital absence or underdevelopment of the vagina (± uterus), though ovaries are typically normal.
Typical Presentation – Primary amenorrhea in teens
– Normal secondary sexual characteristics
– Vagina absent or present as a short dimple
– Uterus absent or underdeveloped
Associated Issues Often associated with kidney and skeletal abnormalities, especially in MRKH Type 2.
Non-Surgical Treatment Vaginal dilator therapy: gradual expansion using self-applied dilators; considered first-line treatment with a high success rate (~75%) if consistently followed.
Surgical Options – McIndoe procedure: Skin graft used to create a neovagina
– Vecchietti technique: Minimally invasive, uses internal traction
– Intestinal neovagina: Uses a segment of the colon
– Vaginal transplantation: Experimental, involves donor or lab-grown tissue
Risks & Complications Includes bleeding, infection, scarring, or wound healing issues; success depends on post-op care and adherence to dilation schedules.
Psychological Support Needed Counseling and emotional support are crucial to address self-esteem, intimacy issues, and long-term adjustment.
Fertility Options Functional ovaries allow for use of assisted reproductive technologies like IVF with surrogacy. Uterine transplant is experimental but being explored in some cases.
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