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Vaginal evisceration

D A Ginsberg1, E S Rovner, S Raz

  • 1Department of Urology, UCLA School of Medicine, USA.

Urology
|February 11, 1998
PubMed
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Vaginal evisceration, a rare enterocele complication, occurred spontaneously due to vaginal wall erosion. This strangulated hernia necessitated bowel resection and repair, highlighting critical management considerations.

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Area of Science:

  • Gynecology
  • Surgical complications
  • Gastroenterology

Background:

  • Enterocele is a pelvic floor disorder involving herniation of the small intestine into the rectouterine pouch.
  • Vaginal evisceration is a rare but severe complication, often associated with weakened vaginal tissues.
  • Risk factors include prior pelvic surgery, childbirth, and conditions causing increased intra-abdominal pressure.

Observation:

  • A case of spontaneous vaginal evisceration is presented, stemming from an enterocele.
  • The patient experienced erosion through an attenuated vaginal wall, leading to bowel protrusion.
  • This resulted in a strangulated hernia, a surgical emergency.

Findings:

  • The patient required emergent bowel resection due to strangulation.

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  • Enterocele repair was performed concurrently with the management of evisceration.
  • This case underscores the potential for catastrophic outcomes with neglected enterocele.

    • Implications:

    • Prompt diagnosis and surgical intervention are crucial for managing vaginal evisceration.
    • Understanding risk factors can aid in preventative strategies for pelvic floor disorders.
    • This event highlights the importance of addressing enterocele to prevent severe complications like strangulation and evisceration.