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[Female pseudohermaphroditism with double urethra and clitoral hypertrophy]
Urologia Internationalis
|January 1, 1984
Summary
This report details a rare case of female pseudohermaphroditism, a condition involving ambiguous genitalia and urinary tract obstruction. The study highlights the complex anatomical variations observed in this unique presentation.
Area of Science:
- Reproductive Endocrinology
- Urology
- Pediatric Surgery
Background:
- Female pseudohermaphroditism is a rare disorder of sexual development.
- It involves the presence of ovarian tissue and male-appearing external genitalia.
Observation:
- A rare case presented with clitoral hypertrophy, a phallic urethra, and a vaginal urethra.
- Abnormal vaginal introitus and infravesical obstruction of the urinary tract were also noted.
Findings:
- The case demonstrates a complex interplay of urogenital abnormalities.
- This includes significant external genital ambiguity and lower urinary tract obstruction.
Implications:
- Such rare cases are crucial for understanding the spectrum of disorders of sexual development.
- They inform diagnostic and management strategies for complex congenital anomalies.