- Author:
Patrick Jose D. Padilla
1
;
Madonna Victoria S. Calderon-Domingo
1
Author Information
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords: Vaginal Agenesis; Vaginoplasty
- MeSH: Human; Female; Child: 6-12 Yrs Old; Congenital Abnormalities; Digital Rectal Examination; Defecation
- From: Philippine Journal of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility 2026;23(1):29-36
- CountryPhilippines
- Language:English
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Abstract:
Distal vaginal agenesis (DVA) is a rare form of female genital tract malformation that presents as cryptomenorrhea. It results from the failure of the urogenital sinus to form the caudal portion of the vagina. Through a thorough history, physical examination and appropriate imaging studies, an accurate diagnosis is integral in selecting the correct intervention for the patient. This is a case of distal vaginal agenesis in a 10-year-old nulligravid, who presented with fecal retention from an abdominopelvic mass. The patient had no bowel movement for four days, and abdominal enlargement. On inspection, there was a 12.0cm x 10.0cm palpable abdominal mass. Inspection of the external genitalia, the introitus appeared concave, with no appreciable introital opening. On digital rectal examination, an anterior bulge was palpated 0.5 cm from the anal verge. A pull-through vaginoplasty was performed with an unremarkable post-operative course. The patient was discharged with a patent vagina and resolution of her gastrointestinal symptoms. On follow-up, the patient had monthly menstruation after surgery with no recurrence of her gastrointestinal symptoms.
- Full text:2026070810560518339PJREI 23 (1) 1.pdf

