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Paraurethral cysts in female neonates. Case reports
1Department of Paediatrics, Surgical Unit, University of Pécs, Hungary. khaledfathi@hotmail.com
Acta Paediatrica (Oslo, Norway : 1992)
|July 15, 2003
Summary
Paraurethral or Skene's duct cysts, a congenital abnormality in female neonates, are not as rare as previously thought. Incision and unroofing led to complete healing in six cases, suggesting less aggressive therapies may be effective.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Surgery
- Neonatal Abnormalities
- Urology
Background:
- Paraurethral or Skene's duct cysts are rare congenital abnormalities presenting as cystic masses near the urethral meatus in female neonates.
- These cysts are typically round and yellow or orange-colored.
Observation:
- Six cases of paraurethral cysts were treated over 17 years.
- All patients underwent incision and unroofing of the cyst.
- Complete healing was achieved in all treated patients.
Findings:
- Paraurethral cysts may be more common than literature suggests.
- Effective treatment options include excision, marsupialization, and needle aspiration.
- Spontaneous resolution of these cysts has also been documented.
Implications:
- The study highlights the importance of considering paraurethral cysts in neonatal diagnosis.
- It suggests that less aggressive therapeutic approaches should be prioritized.
- Effective management ensures complete healing and positive patient outcomes.