A Laparoscopic Approach to Postcoital Vaginal Perforation in an Adolescent with Peritonitis and Hypovolemic Shock - 24/09/20
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Abstract |
Background |
Vaginal laceration during coitus is not a rare occurrence; however, vaginal perforation from coitus is uncommon and occurs in less than 1% of nonobstetric genital tract injuries. Limited case reports exist discussing the recognition and management of vaginal perforation. Previously described management is commonly performed with laparotomy.
Case |
We report a case of postcoital vaginal laceration and posterior fornix perforation in an adolescent with hemoperitoneum, pneumoperitoneum, and subsequent hypovolemic shock, and describe a laparoscopic approach for repair.
Summary and Conclusion |
Vaginal perforation with subsequent peritonitis and hemodynamic instability is a rare outcome in an adolescent who presents to the emergency department with pain or bleeding in the setting of recent penile intercourse. Delays in recognition can lead to further patient compromise, with potential morbidity or mortality. In this patient cohort, we suggest maintaining a high clinical suspicion for this sequela, and a low threshold for surgery with perforations greater than 1 cm. In the event that surgical management is warranted, we recommend a laparoscopic approach to increase visibility and to improve postoperative outcomes.
Le texte complet de cet article est disponible en PDF.Key Words : Adolescent, Laparoscopy, Vaginal perforation, Intercourse
Plan
The authors declare that they have no conflicts of interest and nothing to disclose. |
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This work was completed without any external source of funding. Institutional review board approval was not required. |
Vol 33 - N° 5
P. 594-598 - octobre 2020 Retour au numéroBienvenue sur EM-consulte, la référence des professionnels de santé.
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