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The incidence of labial fusion in children
A K Leung1, W L Robson, J Tay-Uyboco
1Department of Paediatrics, University of Calgary, Alberta, Canada.
Insights
Labial fusion, a condition where labia minora fuse, is not present in newborns. Incidence in pediatric patients is 1.8%, peaking between 13-23 months.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Gynecology
- Neonatal Health
- Developmental Pediatrics
Background:
- Labial fusion, also known as labial agglutination, is a common condition in pediatric patients.
- Understanding the incidence and age-specific prevalence is crucial for accurate diagnosis and management.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the incidence of labial fusion at birth in female infants.
- To ascertain the incidence of labial fusion in female patients presenting to a pediatric outpatient clinic.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective analysis of 9070 female infants from birth records.
- Prospective evaluation of 1970 female patients in a pediatric outpatient setting.
Main Results:
- No cases of labial fusion were identified in newborn infants.
- Labial fusion was diagnosed in 35 children (1.8%) seen at the pediatric clinic.
- The peak incidence of labial fusion occurred in children aged 13-23 months, at 3.3%.
Conclusions:
- Labial fusion is not a congenital condition present at birth.
- The incidence of labial fusion increases significantly in early childhood, particularly between 13 and 23 months of age.
Abstract:
A retrospective study of 9070 female infants born at the Foothills Provincial Hospital was conducted to determine the incidence of labial fusion at birth. A prospective study was also conducted on 1970 female patients assessed through a paediatric outpatient clinic to determine the incidence of labial fusion in this population. None of the newborn infants had labial fusion. Thirty-five children (1.8%) assessed at the paediatric outpatient clinic were found to have labial fusion with a peak incidence at 13-23 months of age (3.3%).