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  • Reproductive medicine
  • Pediatric surgery
  • Urology

Background:

  • Obstructed hemivagina, ipsilateral renal anomaly (OHVIRA) syndrome is a rare congenital condition involving the Müllerian ducts and kidneys.
  • Classical symptoms include abdominal pain in adolescent females post-menarche, but diagnosis is frequently delayed due to its rarity.

Observation:

  • This report details a rare case of prepubertal OHVIRA, with fewer than 20 cases previously documented.
  • The patient experienced continuous urinary incontinence following surgical intervention for the obstructed hemivagina, indicating a missed diagnosis.

Findings:

  • Delayed diagnosis of OHVIRA can lead to atypical presentations and complications.
  • Continuous incontinence post-surgery suggests a complex or overlooked aspect of the OHVIRA syndrome in this prepubertal case.

Implications:

  • Highlights the importance of considering OHVIRA in prepubertal patients with relevant symptoms, even if atypical.
  • Suggests a need for improved diagnostic strategies and awareness to prevent delayed diagnosis and potential complications in OHVIRA cases.