Trial of labor in women with transverse vaginal septa

Obstet Gynecol. 2003 May;101(5 Pt 2):1110-2. doi: 10.1016/s0029-7844(02)02623-6.

Abstract

Background: Transverse vaginal septa are rare anomalies that may be first diagnosed during pregnancy. Management options including elective cesarean delivery, incision before labor, and a trial of labor have been proposed.

Cases: Two patients with transverse vaginal septa were allowed a trial of labor. The septa were incised in active labor, resulting in vaginal delivery with no related complications.

Conclusion: Allowing a trial of labor despite a transverse vaginal septum is a reasonable management option in selected cases.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • Research Support, U.S. Gov't, P.H.S.

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Delivery, Obstetric*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Pregnancy
  • Pregnancy Complications / diagnosis*
  • Trial of Labor*
  • Vagina / abnormalities*