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Vaginitis emphysematosa associated with an abnormal Pap smear
C T Escoffery1, P A Sinclair, W Guthrie
1Department of Pathology, University of the West Indies, Kingston 7, Jamaica. cescoffy@cwjamaica.com
The West Indian Medical Journal
|January 5, 2002
Summary
Vaginitis emphysematosa is a rare inflammatory condition linked to infections and immunosuppression. Prompt treatment of the underlying cause leads to resolution without lasting harm.
Area of Science:
- Gynecology
- Infectious Diseases
Background:
- Vaginitis emphysematosa is an uncommon inflammatory condition.
- It is linked to trichomonal or gardnerella infections.
- Associated with immunosuppressive disorders.
Observation:
- A case is described where vaginitis emphysematosa predominantly affected the cervix.
- This presentation led to an abnormal Pap smear.
- Colposcopic investigation was performed.
Findings:
- The disease is aetiologically linked to specific infections.
- It does not have deleterious sequelae.
- Resolution occurs upon treating the underlying infection.
Implications:
- Highlights cervical involvement in vaginitis emphysematosa.
- Emphasizes the importance of treating underlying infections for resolution.
- Underscores the need for investigation of abnormal Pap smears potentially related to this condition.
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