Obstructive anomalies of the female reproductive tract.

The Journal of reproductive medicine · 1999 · vol. 44(3) , pp. 233–40 · PMID:10202740 · W2416123087
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This review discusses the embryology, diagnosis, and treatment of obstructive anomalies in the female reproductive tract that can cause menstrual outflow obstruction, pelvic masses, endometriosis, pain, and potential fertility issues.

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Obstructive anomalies of the female reproductive tract preclude the outflow of menstruation and may allow the collection of blood in the uterus and/or vagina and increase the likelihood of retrograde flow. These conditions occur in young women and may result in pelvic masses, endometriosis and/or pain. In addition, the long-term sequelae of endometriosis may influence fertility. Pediatricians, primary care physicians and gynecologists need to maintain a high index of suspicion in order to aggressively diagnose these congenital anomalies in young adolescents. In order to maintain this vigilance and assist in maintaining future fertility, it is important to review the embryologic sources of these anomalies, understand the modes of diagnosis and recognize the treatment options currently available.

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endometriosis

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Genital Diseases, Female Genital Diseases, Female Genitalia, Female Adolescent Cervix Uteri Cervix Uteri Child Diagnosis, Differential Endometriosis Endometriosis Female Genital Diseases, Female Genital Diseases, Female Genitalia, Female Humans Hymen Hymen Uterus Uterus Vagina

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