Abstract:

Introduction and hypothesis: Congenital vaginal aplasia is a condition with devastating implications for fertility and sexuality. However, little is known on whether urinary symptomatology is more common prior and following vaginal lengthening procedures in these women. Methods: We performed a prospective observational study of 19 women with vaginal agenesis before and after vaginal dilation treatment or a laparoscopic Vecchietti procedure. All women completed the ICIQ FLUTS questionnaire before and after treatment in order to assess incidence and changes in urinary symptomatology. Results: Urinary symptoms were present in 53{%} of women prior to treatment. The majority of bladder symptoms were not significantly altered by treatment, except for incomplete bladder emptying. Women following the Vecchietti procedure had increased urinary hesitancy and a poorer steam compared with those completing dilation treatment. The longer the vaginal length, the greater the urinary frequency. Conclusion: Women with vaginal agenesis had significant levels of urinary symptoms and to our knowledge this has not been reported before. The majority of symptoms were not altered by treatment. © 2012 The International Urogynecological Association.