T S Ghosh1, E Y Kwawukume. 1. Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Korle Bu Hospital, University of Ghana Medical School, Accra.
Abstract
OBJECTIVES: The study of 15 cases of colonic reconstruction for absent vagina. The outcome in cases of reconstruction of an artificial vagina using the colon is evaluated. METHODS: Fifteen female patients with congenital absence of vagina who were evaluated and treated with sigmoid colonic reconstruction at the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital in Accra, Ghana were studied. RESULTS: This reconstructive method is successful in patients having a functioning vagina without progressive shrinkage or other symptoms. Disfigurement of the thighs and labia are avoided as is the need for active manipulation. CONCLUSION: Sigmoid colonic reconstruction for vaginal agenesis is an acceptable method especially in the developing world.
OBJECTIVES: The study of 15 cases of colonic reconstruction for absent vagina. The outcome in cases of reconstruction of an artificial vagina using the colon is evaluated. METHODS: Fifteen female patients with congenital absence of vagina who were evaluated and treated with sigmoid colonic reconstruction at the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital in Accra, Ghana were studied. RESULTS: This reconstructive method is successful in patients having a functioning vagina without progressive shrinkage or other symptoms. Disfigurement of the thighs and labia are avoided as is the need for active manipulation. CONCLUSION:Sigmoid colonic reconstruction for vaginal agenesis is an acceptable method especially in the developing world.