Mayer-Rokitansky-Küster-Hauser (MRKH) syndrome. Diagnostic and therapeutic approach of a rare disease
Abstract
Introduction: The Mayer-Rokitansky-Küster-Hauser syndrome is characterized by the absence of the vagina and uterus and primary amenorrhea.Objective: The diagnostic evaluation and the therapeutic possibilities of a rare syndrome.Materials and methods: We present a case of a Rokitansky syndrome.Results: The patient presented normal development of secondary sexual characters. Analysis also showed normal hormonal function behavior along with a 46, XX karyotype. Magnetic resonance imaging revealed uterine agenesis and treatment was delayed until the patient and her family understood the diagnosis.Conclusions: The diagnostic suspicion is the milestone to manage this disease. Physical exploration, hormonal function, and radiological studies must confirm this syndrome. Laparoscopy is the approach of choice.Authors
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Keywords
- Rokitansky
- Vagina agenesis
- Uterus agenesis
- Amenorrhea
- Neovagina
- Laparoscopy
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2011-09-26
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How to Cite
Muñoz, M., Noguero, R., & Martín, S. (1). Mayer-Rokitansky-Küster-Hauser (MRKH) syndrome. Diagnostic and therapeutic approach of a rare disease. Colombia Médica, 42(3), 369-372. https://doi.org/10.25100/cm.v42i3.884
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