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Herlyn-Werner-Wunderlich (HWW) syndrome: a case report.

Authors :
Singh, Shalini
Sharmila, Vijayan
Kamatham, Vandana
Babu, Thirunavukkarasu Arun
Source :
Alexandria Journal of Pediatrics. May-Aug2023, Vol. 36 Issue 2, p137-140. 4p.
Publication Year :
2023

Abstract

Herlyn-Werner-Wunderlich (HWW) syndrome OHVIRA syndrome (Obstructed HemiVagina Ipsilateral Renal Agenesis) is rare type of Mullerian duct anomaly, with uterine didelphys, obstructed hemivagina, and ipsilateral renal agenesis. Usually presenting in post-pubertal adolescent girls presenting as pain abdomen or pelvic masses on the side of the obstructed Hemivagina. Here we represent a case report of a 14-year-old girl who presented to our outpatient department complaining lower abdominal pain for 2 months with previous normal menstrual cycles. On General Physical examination well-developed breasts and normal axillary and pubic hair distribution were noted. The Baseline laboratory analysis and hormonal profile were reported normal. Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) provided a fruitful help in correct diagnosis of this rare anomaly. The treatment modality being the surgery to relieve obstruction and its associated complications. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
16879945
Volume :
36
Issue :
2
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Alexandria Journal of Pediatrics
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
173875665
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.4103/ajop.ajop_17_23