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ArticleCureus2024

Fabrication of Hollow Acrylic Vaginal Stents Using Frozen Coconut Oil for Vaginal Agenesis Management.

Jahnavi P Gorripati, Surekha A Dubey, Sharayu Nimonkar, Madhu Priya

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Article in Cureus, 2024. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 2 papers.

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Jahnavi P GorripatiDepartment of Prosthodontics, Sharad Pawar Dental College, Datta Meghe Institute of Medical Sciences, (Deemed to be University), Wardha, IND.
Surekha A DubeyDepartment of Prosthodontics, Sharad Pawar Dental College, Datta Meghe Institute of Medical Sciences, (Deemed to be University), Wardha, IND.
Sharayu NimonkarDepartment of Prosthodontics, Sharad Pawar Dental College, Datta Meghe Institute of Medical Sciences, (Deemed to be University), Wardha, IND.
Madhu PriyaDepartment of Prosthodontics, Sharad Pawar Dental College, Datta Meghe Institute of Medical Sciences, (Deemed to be University), Wardha, IND.

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Abstract

In a rare condition known as vaginal agenesis, the uterus (womb) may develop only partially or not at all, while the vagina fails to develop altogether. It is common to diagnose vaginal agenesis, when a female does not start menstruation at puberty. This is a prenatal disorder that may also be linked to bone or kidney issues. Mullerian agenesis, Mullerian aplasia, and Mayer-Rokitansky-Kuster-Hauser (MRKH) syndrome are other names for the illness. Treatment modalities encompass surgical and nonsurgical interventions, including the utilization of prefabricated or customized vaginal stents for neovagina reconstruction and maintenance. This case report describes the development of a neovagina in a 27-year-old female diagnosed with vaginal agenesis, a characteristic of MRKH syndrome. A customized clear acrylic stent, designed to provide a resilient surface, serves as a straightforward and cost-efficient alternative for managing this condition. Significantly, it enhances patient's compliance and comfort during treatment, addressing both the physical and psychological ramifications of this congenital anomaly. This customized vaginal stent not only provides a practical solution but also contributes to enhancing the quality of life for individuals grappling with vaginal agenesis, thereby offering a promising avenue for addressing the multifaceted challenges associated with this condition.

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hollow vaginal stentinterdisciplinarymaxillofacial prosthesisprostheticrehabilitation

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PMID38883068
PMCPMC11180525

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