Vaginal agenesis
Synopsis

The exact etiology of vaginal agenesis is unknown, but it is thought to have genetic components. Incidence is 1 in 5000 women.
Due to the fact that patients will usually develop secondary sex characteristics as expected and have normal growth patterns, despite this being a congenital condition, these patients often will not present until they go without menses at the time of expected menarche (primary amenorrhea). Some patients may present with cyclic abdominal pain related to having a functioning or partially functioning uterus but trapped blood flow due to outlet obstruction.
Codes
Q52.0 – Congenital absence of vagina
SNOMEDCT:
87380008 – Congenital absence of vagina
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Last Updated:11/13/2024