Mucometrocolpos Explained

Mucometrocolpos is the abnormal accumulation of genital secretions (mucous) that occurs as a result of an imperforate hymen and the build up of these secretions behind the hymen. The secretions originate from uterine and cervical glands. It is a rare, congenital condition and usually occurs independent of other abnormal structures though inheritance can play a part in its occurrence. It also occurs with McKusick–Kaufman syndrome (MKS). Polydactyly and heart disease are associated with this condition. Diagnosis is challenging because symptoms also occur in a variety of other syndromes.[1] Secretions can build up and extend as far as the uterus and abdomen.[2] Mucometrocolpos can sometimes cause abdominal distention.[3] The build up of mucous secretions can occur prior to adolescence unrelated to menstruation.[4] Many cases can be detected prenatally.[5] [6] Treatment is surgical and is specific for each case. After treatment, many females are still able to conceive and carry a pregnancy to term.[6]

Notes and References

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  2. Book: Babcock, Diane S.. Neonatal and pediatric ultrasonography. January 1989. Churchill Livingstone. 9780443086069. en.
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  4. Book: Kaiser, Georges L.. Symptoms and Signs in Pediatric Surgery. 2012-12-13. Springer Science & Business Media. 9783642311611. en.
  5. Book: Stevenson, Roger E.. Human Malformations and Related Anomalies. 2015-10-27. Oxford University Press. 9780199386031. en.
  6. Dosedla. Erik. Kacerovsky. Marian. Calda. Pavel. 2011-03-01. Prenatal diagnosis of hydrometrocolpos in a down syndrome fetus. Journal of Clinical Ultrasound. en. 39. 3. 169–171. 10.1002/jcu.20785. 21387330. 11211408. 1097-0096.

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