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Nawar M, Mohammad MS, Shabaan A, Elsedfy H. Ovarian reserve and fertility parameters in post-pubertal females with congenital adrenal hyperplasia: a case-control study. J Pediatr Endocrinol Metab 2024; 37:336-340. [PMID: 38459773 DOI: 10.1515/jpem-2023-0462] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/16/2023] [Accepted: 02/18/2024] [Indexed: 03/10/2024]
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OBJECTIVES Congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH) is an autosomal recessive disorder characterized by impaired activity of the enzyme required for cortisol and aldosterone production, resulting in increased adrenal androgen synthesis. Factors affecting fertility in CAH patients include ambiguous genitalia and their complications, excessive androgen secretion, adrenal progesterone hypersecretion, and various psychosocial factors. Serum anti-Müllerian hormone (AMH) level is used to assess ovarian reserve in women. A few data on serum AMH levels in CAH patients are available in the literature. The aim of the study was to evaluate ovarian reserve in a group of post-menarche females diagnosed with CAH by measuring serum AMH level and assessing the number of antral follicles sonographically. METHODS A case-control study was conducted on 17 post-pubertal CAH females and 17 age-matched healthy female controls; the mean age of the patient group was 15.09 ± 3.55 years ranging from 11 to 24 years, while the mean age of the control group was 16.04 ± 3.72 years ranging from 12 to 25 years, the mean post-menarchal age of the patients group was 3.29 ± 1.37 years ranging from 1 to 6 years while the mean post-menarchal age of the control group was 4.13 ± 1.62 years ranging from 1 to 9 years. The degree of hirsutism was compared between the two groups according to the modified Ferriman-Gallwey score, clitoral length was assessed using a digital caliber. Serum levels of adrenal androgens in addition to basal levels of serum follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), luteinizing hormone (LH), estradiol, progesterone, and serum AMH were measured in both groups. RESULTS Patients had smaller uterine volumes, and smaller ovarian volumes but a comparable number of antral follicles and comparable serum AMH levels relative to controls. CONCLUSIONS Good compliance with treatment in patients with CAH results in good hormonal control, low risk of PCOS, good fertility parameters, and a good ovarian reserve.
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- Marwa Nawar
- Pediatric Endocrinology Clinic,Pediatrics department, Faculty of Medicine, Ain Shams University, Cairo, Egypt
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- Pediatrics Department, Faculty of Medicine, Ain Shams University, Cairo, Egypt
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- Pediatric Endocrinology Clinic,Pediatrics department, Faculty of Medicine, Ain Shams University, Cairo, Egypt
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Joo EY, Yoo MJ, Kim SJ, Jang W, Lee JE. Case report: Development of central precocious puberty in a girl with late-diagnosed simple virilizing congenital adrenal hyperplasia complicated with Williams syndrome. Front Endocrinol (Lausanne) 2024; 15:1352552. [PMID: 38699383 PMCID: PMC11063372 DOI: 10.3389/fendo.2024.1352552] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/08/2023] [Accepted: 03/26/2024] [Indexed: 05/05/2024] Open
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Congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH) and Williams Syndrome (WS; MIM # 194050) are distinct genetic conditions characterized by unique clinical features. 21-Hydroxylase deficiency (21-OHD; MIM #201910), the most common form of CAH, arises from mutations in the CYP21A2 gene, resulting in virilization of the external genitalia in affected females, early puberty in males, and short stature. Williams syndrome, caused by a microdeletion of 7q11.23, presents with distinctive facial features, intellectual disability, unique personality traits, early puberty, and short stature. This case report describe the clinical features of a 4-year-old girl referred due to progressive virilization and developmental delay. Genetic analysis confirmed concurrent CAH and WS, identifying a novel mutation in the CYP21A2 gene (c.1442T>C). Following corticosteroid therapy initiation, the patient developed central precocious puberty. This case report delves into the pubertal change patterns in a patient affected by overlapping genetic conditions, providing valuable insights in to the intricate clinical manifestation and management of these rare complex disorders.
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- Eun Young Joo
- Department of Pediatrics, Inha University College of Medicine, Inha University Hospital, Incheon, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Pediatrics, Inha University College of Medicine, Inha University Hospital, Incheon, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Pediatrics, Inha University College of Medicine, Inha University Hospital, Incheon, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Laboratory Medicine, Inha University College of Medicine, Inha University Hospital, Incheon, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Pediatrics, Inha University College of Medicine, Inha University Hospital, Incheon, Republic of Korea
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Mitani-Konno M, Saito R, Narumi-Wakayama H, Sakai Y, Suzuki S, Satoh H, Hasegawa Y. Clitoral preputial edema can be mistaken for clitoromegaly: a clinical analysis of ten cases. Front Endocrinol (Lausanne) 2023; 14:1175611. [PMID: 37484939 PMCID: PMC10360117 DOI: 10.3389/fendo.2023.1175611] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/27/2023] [Accepted: 06/15/2023] [Indexed: 07/25/2023] Open
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Background and objectives We herein reported ten, female neonates with transient clitoral preputial edema, which was mistaken for clitoromegaly. Although it is well known that the clitoris is prominent in premature, female neonates, there are as of yet no reports of clitoral preputial edema in full-term neonates. The present study was conducted to clarify the clinical course of clitoral preputial edema. Methods Seventeen, Japanese patients aged < 6 months with suspected clitoromegaly were enrolled, and their clinical course was analyzed retrospectively. Clitoral preputial edema was defined by 1) a normal clitoral glans despite edema; and 2) the absence of established differences of sexual development, such as 21-hydroxylase deficiency. Results Ten of the 17 patients with suspected clitoromegaly had clitoral preputial edema; eight of the ten patients were full-term, and the remaining two were preterm neonates. The median age at the first visit was 8 days. Edema of the labia minora and labia majora, rugosity of the labia majora, and hymenal polyps often accompanied the clitoral preputial edema. Seven patients were examined at our division during the neonatal period, and three patients were examined in the post-neonatal period. Age at reduction of the clitoral width to < 7 mm ranged from 8 to 74 days in four of the seven neonatal patients. In the three post-neonatal patients, age to reduction in the clitoral width ranged from 107 to 243 days. Conclusions Transient clitoral preputial edema is often mistaken for clitoromegaly. The key to diagnosing clitoral preputial edema lies in its characteristic appearance and improvement course.
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- Marie Mitani-Konno
- Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Tokyo Metropolitan Children’s Medical Center, Tokyo, Japan
- Department of Pediatrics, Keio University School of Medicine, Tokyo, Japan
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- Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Tokyo Metropolitan Children’s Medical Center, Tokyo, Japan
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- Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Tokyo Metropolitan Children’s Medical Center, Tokyo, Japan
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- Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Tokyo Metropolitan Children’s Medical Center, Tokyo, Japan
- Department of Pediatrics, National Defense Medical College Hospital, Saitama, Japan
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- Department of Pediatrics, National Defense Medical College Hospital, Saitama, Japan
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- Department of Urology, Tokyo Metropolitan Children’s Medical Center, Tokyo, Japan
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- Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Tokyo Metropolitan Children’s Medical Center, Tokyo, Japan
- Department of Pediatrics, Keio University School of Medicine, Tokyo, Japan
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Che K, Wang K, Yuan Y, Li F, Li Q. Quantitative analysis of the labia minora morphology in 400 Chinese women: A new method for assessing the shape of the labia minora. Front Surg 2023; 9:961247. [PMID: 36684361 PMCID: PMC9852508 DOI: 10.3389/fsurg.2022.961247] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/04/2022] [Accepted: 11/02/2022] [Indexed: 01/09/2023] Open
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Purpose To investigate the shape of labia minora in Chinese adult women. Methods Women who visited the Genital Plastic Surgery Center from January 2021 to February 2022 were included and the vulvar regions were photographed. The shape of the labia minora was converted into quantifiable values [left side line segment 1-9 (L1-L9 values) and right side line segment 1-9 (R1-R9 values)]. The 400 enrolled patients were grouped by age, parity, and the types of vulvar surgeries they planned to undergo. Results After a graphic-to-digital and digital-to-graphic conversion, the simulated average image of the labia minora in Chinese adult women was constructed based on the mean values of L1-L9 and R1-R9. Comparing the values of Ln and Rn in the four age groups revealed that the mean values of Ln and Rn gradually decreased with age, but only two subgroups showed statistically significant differences (P-value <0.05). When the patients were stratified according to the number of births and whether labiaplasty was planned to perform, there were no significant differences among all groups (P-value >0.05). Conclusion To measure and evaluate the labia minora, a new assessing method was used. It is an innovative attempt to transform the simple rough description of the shape of the labia minora into more precise data reflecting the shape features. It allows the comparison of labia minora shape between individuals by comparing quantifiable values. Besides, the average shape of labia minora in Chinese adult women was provided visually. Factors including age, parity, and whether the patient planned to undergo labiaplasty were not significantly associated with the shape of the labia minora.
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Birkemeier K, Wills HE, Issa T, Farris A, Stacey J, Greene P, Dawood W, Desai K, Laborde C, Trotter B. Pseudoclitoromegaly from acute T-cell lymphoblastic leukemia. Proc AMIA Symp 2023; 36:237-239. [PMID: 36876249 PMCID: PMC9980556 DOI: 10.1080/08998280.2022.2139508] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/11/2022] Open
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A 7-year-old girl presented with painful genital enlargement, which was first believed to be clitoromegaly of hormonal origin. However, on the physical exam the clitoris was not visible and the prepuce and labia minora were enlarged and tender. Magnetic resonance imaging demonstrated an infiltrative abnormal signal with restricted diffusion involving the enlarged clitoris and adjacent soft tissues of the prepuce and labia minora, confirming a nonhormonal infiltrative malignancy. The same abnormal signal was present in enlarged inguinal lymph nodes, the kidneys, and an anterior mediastinal mass. The pathologic diagnosis was T-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia.
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- Krista Birkemeier
- Texas A&M University Health Science Center, Temple, Texas.,Department of Radiology, Baylor Scott & White McLane Children's Medical Center, Temple, Texas
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- Texas A&M University Health Science Center, Temple, Texas.,Department of Surgery, Baylor Scott & White McLane Children's Medical Center, Temple, Texas
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- Texas A&M University Health Science Center, Temple, Texas.,Department of Pediatrics, Baylor Scott & White McLane Children's Medical Center, Temple, Texas
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- Texas A&M University Health Science Center, Temple, Texas.,Department of Pediatrics, Baylor Scott & White McLane Children's Medical Center, Temple, Texas
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- Texas A&M University Health Science Center, Temple, Texas.,Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Baylor Scott & White McLane Children's Medical Center, Temple, Texas
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- Texas A&M University Health Science Center, Temple, Texas.,Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Baylor Scott & White McLane Children's Medical Center, Temple, Texas
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- Texas A&M University Health Science Center, Temple, Texas
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- Texas A&M University Health Science Center, Temple, Texas.,Department of Radiology, Baylor Scott & White McLane Children's Medical Center, Temple, Texas
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- Texas A&M University Health Science Center, Temple, Texas.,Department of Pediatrics, Baylor Scott & White McLane Children's Medical Center, Temple, Texas
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- Texas A&M University Health Science Center, Temple, Texas.,Department of Radiology, Baylor Scott & White McLane Children's Medical Center, Temple, Texas
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45 years' experience with early childhood anatomical technique of feminising genitoplasty for 46 XX Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia -observations of vaginal introital anatomy and its relationship to the perineal body. J Pediatr Urol 2022; 18:611.e1-611.e8. [PMID: 35970739 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpurol.2022.07.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/26/2021] [Revised: 05/26/2022] [Accepted: 07/10/2022] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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In Manchester, feminising genitoplasty is offered to children with 46XX Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH) when there is a single perineal opening and/or enlarged clitoris. Our aims are to describe the anatomical reconstructive technique and present long-term outcomes. Our hypothesis is that 'the common channel (CC) length and distance to the vagina from perineal skin is mostly due to virilisation and hypertrophy of perineal tissue over the almost normally positioned vaginal introitus (V-I) in relation to the perineal body (PB)'. METHOD AND RESULTS: This is a retrospective notes review of all consecutive 46XX CAH operations from 1976 to December 2021. 99 patients, who had feminising genitoplasty and being followed-up, were included. 15 patients who were lost to follow up were excluded. Median age at surgery was 15 months. In 91, midline division of the labia majora, spongiosum, bulbo-spongiosus muscle (BSM) and CC down to PB was performed. This was sufficient to expose the V-I at the same level or within 5 mm depth of PB in 88. In 78 V-I was adequate taking 10/12fr dilator (Type 1). In 10, CC resembled a male urethra and V-I was narrow (Type 2), requiring widening by 5-10 mm incision at 6 o'clock position. Dartos of labia majora was attached to BSM to reduce the distance to V-I from perineal skin and the gap was lined with inner foreskin to create a vestibule. Out of 70 who were post-pubertal, 75% (53/70) had adequate calibre vaginal openings. 5 had introitoplasty and 2 had dilatation under anaesthesia. 10 needed self dilators only. 29 patients, of one of the three surgeons, had measurements of clitoris, CC, urethra and vagina. A hymen was found in 86% (25/29). There was significant strong, inverse correlation between the CC length and the urethral length (r = -0.708, p < 0.001, n = 27) but not between CC and vaginal lengths. After adjusting for age, the urethral length of Type 2 patients was 3.825 mm shorter than those of Type 1 (p = 0.017). CONCLUSION: Our data show that 'high' confluence is mostly due to virilisation of genitalia; and the anatomical technique of reversing the fusion of the urethral folds, spongiosum and bulbo-spongiosus muscle could be performed with all degrees of virilisation with success in early childhood with no need of local flaps or mobilisation of the urethro-vaginal complex. About 10% require surgery to treat narrowing of vaginal opening post puberty.
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Fux-Otta C, Fuster M, Ramos N, Trezza C, Ñañez M, Fonseca I, Dicuatro N, Di Carlo M, Bongiorni C, Ochoa J, Rosato O, Chedraui P. Clitoromegaly due to an epidermal inclusion cyst: A case report. Case Rep Womens Health 2022; 35:e00432. [PMID: 35898429 PMCID: PMC9309671 DOI: 10.1016/j.crwh.2022.e00432] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/12/2022] [Accepted: 07/14/2022] [Indexed: 11/29/2022] Open
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Background Clitoromegaly is often a sign of androgen excess; however, non-hormonal causes must be ruled out. We report the case of an adolescent with isolated clitoromegaly without clinical or biochemical evidence of hyperandrogenism. Case A 16-year-old female was referred due to a clitoromegaly of 12 months of evolution. Examination of the pubic region revealed normal female genitalia with an enlarged clitoris, 4 cm long and 2.5 cm wide. The clitoris was painless, soft on palpation, and mobile over deeper layers. There were no signs of virilization, and the patient did not report dysuria or difficulties with sexual intercourse. Her medical record was also unremarkable, with no female circumcision, family history of birth defects, or genital abnormalities. Hormone profile blood tests were normal. Pelvic ultrasound examination was normal, but a high-resolution scan with a linear transducer confirmed the presence of a cyst, lying anterior to the clitoral body and glans. The cyst was surgically removed with special care to preserve the clitoral neurovasculature. The pathological report disclosed an epidermoid clitoral cyst. The patient described emotional well-being, satisfactory sexual function, and no discomfort after a year of follow-up. Conclusion Epidermal clitoral cysts represent an unusual cause of clitoromegaly. These cysts should be ruled out as a differential diagnosis after an exhaustive semiological and endocrinological examination. An epidermal cyst should be considered after hormonal causes have been excluded for patients with isolated clitoromegaly. Epidermal cysts should be considered in the differential diagnosis of a vulvar mass. Epidermoid cysts require early diagnosis and treatment as they can cause cosmetic and functional impairment.
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- Carolina Fux-Otta
- Departamento de Endocrinología y Diabetes, Hospital Universitario de Maternidad y Neonatología, Facultad de Ciencias Médicas, Universidad Nacional de Córdoba, Córdoba Capital, Argentina
- Unidad de Conocimiento Traslacional Hospitalaria, Hospital Universitario de Maternidad y Neonatología, Facultad de Ciencias Médicas, Universidad Nacional de Córdoba, Córdoba Capital, Argentina
- Corresponding author at: Hospital Universitario de Maternidad y Neonatología de Córdoba, Facultad de Ciencias Médicas, Universidad Nacional de Córdoba, Rodríguez Peña 285, X5000 Córdoba Capital, Argentina.
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- II Cátedra de Clínica Ginecológica, Hospital Universitario de Maternidad y Neonatología, Facultad de Ciencias Médicas, Universidad Nacional de Córdoba, Córdoba Capital, Argentina
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- Departamento de Endocrinología y Diabetes, Hospital Universitario de Maternidad y Neonatología, Facultad de Ciencias Médicas, Universidad Nacional de Córdoba, Córdoba Capital, Argentina
- Unidad de Conocimiento Traslacional Hospitalaria, Hospital Universitario de Maternidad y Neonatología, Facultad de Ciencias Médicas, Universidad Nacional de Córdoba, Córdoba Capital, Argentina
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- Cátedra de Anatomía Patológica, Hospital Universitario de Maternidad y Neonatología, Facultad de Ciencias Médicas, Universidad Nacional de Córdoba, Córdoba Capital, Argentina
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- Unidad de Conocimiento Traslacional Hospitalaria, Hospital Universitario de Maternidad y Neonatología, Facultad de Ciencias Médicas, Universidad Nacional de Córdoba, Córdoba Capital, Argentina
- II Cátedra de Clínica Ginecológica, Hospital Universitario de Maternidad y Neonatología, Facultad de Ciencias Médicas, Universidad Nacional de Córdoba, Córdoba Capital, Argentina
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- Cátedra de Anatomía Patológica, Hospital Universitario de Maternidad y Neonatología, Facultad de Ciencias Médicas, Universidad Nacional de Córdoba, Córdoba Capital, Argentina
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- I Cátedra de Clínica Obstétrica y Perinatología, Hospital Universitario de Maternidad y Neonatología, Facultad de Ciencias Médicas, Universidad Nacional de Córdoba, Córdoba Capital, Argentina
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- Departamento de Endocrinología y Diabetes, Hospital Universitario de Maternidad y Neonatología, Facultad de Ciencias Médicas, Universidad Nacional de Córdoba, Córdoba Capital, Argentina
- Unidad de Conocimiento Traslacional Hospitalaria, Hospital Universitario de Maternidad y Neonatología, Facultad de Ciencias Médicas, Universidad Nacional de Córdoba, Córdoba Capital, Argentina
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- Cátedra de Anatomía Patológica, Hospital Universitario de Maternidad y Neonatología, Facultad de Ciencias Médicas, Universidad Nacional de Córdoba, Córdoba Capital, Argentina
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- Diagnóstico por Imágenes, Hospital Universitario de Maternidad y Neonatología, Facultad de Ciencias Médicas, Universidad Nacional de Córdoba, Córdoba Capital, Argentina
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- Unidad de Conocimiento Traslacional Hospitalaria, Hospital Universitario de Maternidad y Neonatología, Facultad de Ciencias Médicas, Universidad Nacional de Córdoba, Córdoba Capital, Argentina
- II Cátedra de Clínica Ginecológica, Hospital Universitario de Maternidad y Neonatología, Facultad de Ciencias Médicas, Universidad Nacional de Córdoba, Córdoba Capital, Argentina
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- Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud, Universidad Católica “Nuestra Señora de la Asunción”, Asunción, Paraguay
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Vieiralves RR, Ribeiro GS, Alves EF, Sampaio FJ, Favorito LA. Are anogenital distance and external female genitalia development changed in neural tube defects? Study in human fetuses. J Pediatr Urol 2020; 16:654.e1-654.e8. [PMID: 32747310 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpurol.2020.07.015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/20/2020] [Revised: 06/29/2020] [Accepted: 07/13/2020] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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BACKGROUND Anogenital distance (AGD), the distance from the anus to the genitals, is a marker of normal genital development. AGD and other biometric parameters of external female genitalia are important as ultrasonographic markers that can determine fetal gender in the first trimester. Neural tube defects are one of the commonest congenital malformations of the central nervous system, with anencephaly being the most severe defect. Female genitalia development and their association with anencephaly have not been previously described. AIM The aim of this study was to compare the biometric parameters of external female genitalia in fetuses with anencephaly and compare it to the parameters of normocephalic fetuses at different gestational ages. STUDY DESIGN We studied 34 female fetuses, 22 normocephalic and 12 anencephalic, aged between 12 and 22 weeks post-conception. The fetuses were placed in the classic lithotomy position and before the fetal dissection, the external female genitalia were photographed with a digital camera. Biometric parameters were recorded and measurements were performed using the Image J software, version 1.46r. Clitoral length and width, clitoris to anus distance, vaginal opening length and width, vaginal opening to labia majora distance, and AGD were measured (Figure). For statistical analysis, the Wilcoxon-Mann-Whitney test was used (p < 0.05). RESULTS We observed a significant difference between some measurements of the groups: the vaginal opening width was significantly greater in anencephalic fetuses and the vaginal opening length, clitoris to anus distance and vaginal opening to labia majora distance were significantly greater in normocephalic fetuses. For the clitoris length and width, we did not find statistical differences. We also did not find statistical significance in AGD between groups (normocephalic 2.32 mm [2.46-6.42/SD = 2.17] vs. anencephalic 3.93 mm [1.15-6.65/SD = 1.93]; p = 0.499). The linear regression analysis indicated that AGD increased more with age in anencephalic than in the normocephalic group, but without significant differences (r2 = 0.01677; p < 0.318). DISCUSSION This article is the first to report the female external genitalia parameters in fetuses with anencephaly. In our study we observed some alterations in biometry of the external genitalia in anencephalic fetuses, with a pattern of morphological reduction in this group. The vaginal opening length, clitoris to anus distance and vaginal opening to labia majora distance were significantly lower in anencephalic fetuses but we did not find statistical significance in clitoris measurements and AGD. CONCLUSIONS Anencephalic fetuses had some alterations in external genitalia development, but the anogenital distances did vary significantly between the groups.
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- Urogenital Research Unit, State University of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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- Urogenital Research Unit, State University of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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Assessment of clitoral anatomy in human fetuses. Surg Radiol Anat 2019; 42:453-459. [PMID: 31768701 DOI: 10.1007/s00276-019-02383-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/19/2019] [Accepted: 11/19/2019] [Indexed: 10/25/2022]
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PURPOSE To determine fetal clitoral dimensions in antenatal period and to provide a contribution to external genital morphology determination in premature infants. METHODS Thirty-one formalin fixed female fetuses aged between 18 and 40 weeks (17 fetuses aged 21.53 ± 1.88 weeks in the second trimester and 14 fetuses aged 31.00 ± 4.90 weeks in the third trimester) were evaluated. 20 (64.5%) fetuses were between 3 and 97% percentile range and within normal limits. Clitoris appearance (completely covered by labium majus/partially showing/prominent), length and width of clitoris, labium minus length, length, and width of labium majus were assessed. RESULTS Clitoris length during the second trimester was 4.84 ± 1.09 mm, whereas it was 5.43 ± 1.07 in the third trimester. Clitoris width was as 3.35 ± 0.88 mm in the second trimester and as 4.55 ± 0.96 mm in the third trimester. A statistically significant increase was seen in width of clitoris, length, and width of labium majus and length of labium minus with gestational age in the second and third trimesters (p < 0.05). No significant difference was found between the second and third trimesters in terms of clitoris length (p = 0.146). A homogenous spread in clitoris appearance was obtained between the second and third trimesters without any significant difference (p = 0.912). In addition, fetus percentiles showed a homogenous spread without any significant differences between completely covered, partially covered and prominent groups (p = 0.452). CONCLUSION The anatomical data can be beneficial to the development of fetal radiological screening procedures in females and also in morphological assessment criteria in premature infants, effectively assisting in diagnosing anomalies during the early term.
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Payne CK, Abdulcadir J, Ouedraogo C, Madzou S, Kabore FA, De EJ. International continence society white paper regarding female genital mutilation/cutting. Neurourol Urodyn 2019; 38:857-867. [PMID: 30681188 DOI: 10.1002/nau.23923] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/25/2018] [Accepted: 11/28/2018] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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Female genital mutilation/cutting (FGM/C)-also known as Female Genital Cutting or Mutilation-is defined as the partial or total removal of the female external genitalia for non-therapeutic reasons. This White Paper, prepared under the auspices of the International Continence Society (ICS), is intended by the ICS as a statement promoting the abandonment of this practice. The ICS also supports the respectful and evidence-based care or treatment of women and girls already affected by FGM/C, in keeping with the World Health Organization (WHO) Guidelines on the Management of Health Complications from Female Genital Mutilation. Our members specialize in pelvic floor disorders from perspectives within a range of specialties; we encounter and treat women living with FGM/C and its consequences-particularly incontinence, infections, voiding dysfunction, sexual dysfunction, chronic pelvic pain, and obstetric trauma. Understanding the ethical, sociocultural, medical and surgical factors surrounding FGM/C is central to caring for women and girls with a history of FGM/C. The ICS voices herein state strong opposition to FGM/C. We encourage members to apply their skills to improve prevention strategies and the management of those affected.
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- Christopher K Payne
- Department of Urology, Stanford University Medical School, Stanford, California
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- Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Geneva University Hospitals, Faculty of Médicine, UNIGE, Geneva, Switzerland
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Bogodogo, Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Pole Femme Mere Enfants, Angers, France
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- Department of Urology, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts
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- Department of Urology, Universite de Ouagadougou, Centre Region, Burkina Faso
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Iezzi ML, Lasorella S, Varriale G, Zagaroli L, Ambrosi M, Verrotti A. Clitoromegaly in Childhood and Adolescence: Behind One Clinical Sign, a Clinical Sea. Sex Dev 2018; 12:163-174. [PMID: 29804109 DOI: 10.1159/000489385] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 11/28/2017] [Indexed: 12/28/2022] Open
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The clitoris is a highly complex organ whose structure has only been clarified in recent years through the use of modern imaging techniques. Clitoromegaly is an abnormal enlargement of this organ. It may be congenital or acquired and is usually due to an excess of androgens in fetal life, infancy, or adolescence. Obvious clitoromegaly in individuals with ambiguous genitalia is easily identifiable, whereas borderline conditions can pass unnoticed. Case reports of clitoromegaly with or without clinical or biochemical hyperandrogenism are quite numerous. In these subjects, a comprehensive physical examination and an accurate personal and family history are needed to investigate the enlargement. We reviewed the literature on the conditions that may be involved in the development of clitoromegaly in childhood and adolescence.
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Management of the enlarged clitoris, because of its import for sexual function, has been and remains one of the most controversial topics in pediatric urology. Early controversy surrounding clitoroplasty resulted from many factors including an incomplete understanding of clitoral anatomy and incorrect assumptions of the role of the clitoris in sexual function. With a better understanding of anatomy and function, procedures have evolved to preserve clitoral tissue, especially with respect to the neurovascular bundles. These changes have been made in an effort to preserve clitoral sensation and preserve orgasmic potential. It is the goal of this manuscript to describe the different procedures that have been developed for the surgical management of clitoromegally, with emphasis on the risks and benefits of each. Equally important to any discussion of such a sensitive topic is an understanding of long-term patient outcomes. As we will see, despite its importance, there has been a dearth of data in this regard. Future work in the arena of patient satisfaction will undoubtedly play a major role in directing our surgical approach.
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- Martin Kaefer
- Pediatric Urology, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN, United States
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- Pediatric Urology, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN, United States
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Female genital mutilation (FGM) is a collective term for the deliberate alteration, removal and cutting of the female genitalia. It has no known health benefits and can have negative physical and psychological consequences. The number of women and girls in the UK that are affected by FGM is unknown. Recent NHS data suggested that FGM has been evident (declared or observed) in women who have accessed health care; however, there are gaps in knowledge and a limited evidence base on the health consequences of FGM. This article explores the urological complications experienced by women who have undergone this practice, and the effects this can have on their health and wellbeing.
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- Elinor Clarke
- RM, Senior Lecturer (Midwifery), Coventry University
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