Vaginoplasty with an Autologous Buccal Mucosa Fenestrated Graft in Two Patients with Vaginal Agenesis: A Multidisciplinary Approach and Literature Review

J Minim Invasive Gynecol. 2017 May-Jun;24(4):670-676. doi: 10.1016/j.jmig.2016.12.030. Epub 2017 Feb 15.

Abstract

Here we describe the procedure and outcomes of a multidisciplinary approach to vaginoplasty using autologous buccal mucosa fenestrated grafts in 2 patients with vaginal agenesis. This procedure resulted in anatomic success, with a functional neovagina with good vaginal length and caliber and satisfactory sexual function capacity and well-healed buccal mucosa. There were no complications, and the patients were satisfied with the surgical results. We conclude that the use of a single fenestrated graft of autologous buccal mucosa is a simple, effective procedure for the treatment of vaginal agenesis that results in an optimally functioning neovagina with respect to vaginal length, caliber, and sexual capacity.

Keywords: Mayer–Rokitansky–Küster–Hauser syndrome; Neovagina.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Congenital Abnormalities / surgery*
  • Female
  • Gynecologic Surgical Procedures / methods*
  • Humans
  • Mouth Mucosa / transplantation*
  • Vagina / abnormalities*
  • Vagina / surgery
  • Young Adult

Supplementary concepts

  • Vagina, absence of