Congenital imperforate hymen with hydrocolpos and unilateral hydronephrosis in a neonate: A case report

Journal Title: Pediatric Urology Case Reports - Year 2019, Vol 6, Issue 1

Abstract

Imperforate hymen is very rare in the neonatal period and may be associated with urinary tract problems, such as urinary retention and hydronephrosis. This report presents a case of a 4-day-old neonate with a marked interlabial swelling causing urinary retention. Radiological imaging studies revealed hydrocolpos, hydrosalpinx, and unilateral hydronephrosis. Her symptoms resolved after hymenectomy.

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Ali Suat Erkoc

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  • EP ID EP488701
  • DOI 10.14534/j-pucr.2019146688
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Ali Suat Erkoc (2019). Congenital imperforate hymen with hydrocolpos and unilateral hydronephrosis in a neonate: A case report. Pediatric Urology Case Reports, 6(1), 5-7. https://europub.co.uk/articles/-A-488701