[Rokitansky-Kuster-Hauser-Mayer syndrome. Psychological aspects in current technics in the creation of a neovagina apropos of 2 cases].

Revista de medicina de la Universidad de Navarra 1984 Vol.28(3) p. 43-6

Bau S, Domínguez J, Laparte C, Serra JM

Abstract

A review is made of the actual status of the Rokitansky-Hauser-Kuster-Mayer Syndrome in the following aspects: clinic, diagnostic and actual techniques in the construction of a neovagina. An special remark is made on the importance of the psychologyc and psychosocial aspects in the management, diagnostic and treatment of this patients. Two cases are presented.

MeSH Terms

Adolescent; Adult; Amenorrhea; Female; Humans; Mullerian Ducts; Prostheses and Implants; Self Concept; Sex; Surgery, Plastic; Syndrome; Vagina