A case report of hydronephrosis caused by imperforate hymen in an infant. Issue 45 (6th November 2020)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Zhang, Meixiang; Luo, Yingchun; Wang, Sheng; Wang, Siyao; Kuang, Haiyan
• Other Names: Saranathan. Maya section editor.
• Is Part Of: Medicine. Volume 99:Issue 45(2020)
• Publication Date: 2020-11-06
• Subjects: hydronephrosis -- imperforate hymen -- ultrasound; Medicine -- Periodicals; Medicine -- Periodicals; Médecine -- Périodiques; Geneeskunde; Medicine; Periodicals; Periodicals; 610.5
• DOI: 10.1097/MD.0000000000023072
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0025-7974

Abstract

Abstract: Rationale: Hydronephrosis, mostly caused by ureteropelvic junction obstruction, rarely occurs in infants. However, imperforate hymen atresia in female infants may cause hydronephrosis, even though it is rare. Patient concerns: A 3-month-old female infant was admitted to our hospital for frequent crying. There was no significant past medical history. Diagnoses: Following ultrasound imaging, the patient was diagnosed with hydronephrosis possibly caused by imperforate hymen. Interventions: The infant underwent hymenotomy with a cruciate incision to prevent future complications such as acute renal injury. Outcomes: Hydronephrosis resolved after the operation. The outcome was very good, with no complications in the postoperative period. Conclusions: Early ultrasound diagnosis plays a significant role in the management and treatment of infant patients. Ultrasound is the mandatory imaging technology for determining the cause of hydronephrosis.