Ileal J-pouch vaginoplasty

Vaginal reconstruction has been performed for more than a century. Main complications are vaginal stenosis requiring dilatation, dyspareunia, excessive mucus secretion, and poor aesthetic and functional outcome. Here we report a new operation method modified after Baldwin for intestinal vaginoplasty...

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Published in:American journal of obstetrics and gynecology 2009, Vol.200 (6), p.694.e1-694.e4
Main Authors: Schneider, Wolfgang, MD, PhD, Nguyen-Thanh, Phuong, MD, PhD, Dralle, Henning, MD, PhD, Mirastschijski, Ursula, MD, Dr.phil
Format: Article
Language:English
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ileal J-pouch vaginal reconstruction
Obstetrics and Gynecology
vaginoplasty
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Summary:Vaginal reconstruction has been performed for more than a century. Main complications are vaginal stenosis requiring dilatation, dyspareunia, excessive mucus secretion, and poor aesthetic and functional outcome. Here we report a new operation method modified after Baldwin for intestinal vaginoplasty in a patient with pelvic exenteration after spinal cell carcinoma of the vagina. Because of balanced liquid resorption and mucus secretion with sufficient vessel length in the terminal ileum, this intestinal segment was chosen. A J-pouch of distal ileum was constructed pedicled on the ileocolic artery and accompanying nervous plexus, transferred into the lower pelvis and sutured to the vaginal stump. One year follow-up showed a highly satisfied, sexually active patient, with adequate vaginal size, optimal lubrication and no molesting fecal odor. Terminal ileum J-pouch vaginoplasty is an optimal method for vaginal reconstruction providing a sufficient vaginal lumen and lubrication and thereby restoring patients' sexual life and increasing life quality.
ISSN:0002-9378
1097-6868
DOI:10.1016/j.ajog.2009.03.009