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[Foreign body in vagina--polyurethane foam. Case report]
Artur Rogowski1, Agnieszka Wodzisławska, Jacek Doniec
1Klinika Ginekologii i Ginekologii Onkologicznej Wojskowego Instytutu Medycznego w Warszawie. arogowski@op.pl
Ginekologia Polska
|May 22, 2010
Summary
A large vaginal foreign body made of polyurethane foam was successfully removed from a 40-year-old woman. The surgical removal resolved the issue without any adverse health effects for the patient.
Area of Science:
- Gynecological Surgery
- Medical Case Reports
- Foreign Body Ingestion/Retention
Background:
- Vaginal foreign bodies are uncommon but can lead to significant complications if retained.
- Prompt diagnosis and removal are crucial for preventing adverse outcomes.
Observation:
- A 40-year-old female patient presented with a large vaginal foreign body composed of polyurethane foam.
- The foreign body had been retained for three days prior to presentation.
Findings:
- Surgical intervention successfully removed the substantial vaginal foreign body.
- Histopathological examination confirmed the material as polyurethane foam.
Implications:
- This case highlights the importance of considering unusual foreign bodies in gynecological evaluations.
- Effective surgical management can prevent serious complications associated with retained vaginal foreign bodies.
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