A rare case of secondary gynaetresia after face-to-pubes birth managed by vaginoplasty

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Authors: Ravmeet Kaur Sareen, Payal Anand, Chandni Sehgal
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Abstract

Postpartum vaginal stenosis is an extremely rare but distressing complication following vaginal delivery. We report the case of a 25-year-old para 1 woman who developed secondary gynatresia after a face-to-pubes vaginal delivery complicated by extension of episiotomy and vaginal wall tears. The patient presented two months postpartum with inability to resume sexual intercourse. Examination revealed a fibrous constricting band at the vaginal introitus with markedly reduced vaginal caliber. She was successfully managed with surgical adhesiolysis and vaginoplasty followed by regular postoperative vaginal dilation. Early diagnosis and timely surgical intervention resulted in complete symptomatic relief. This case highlights the importance of careful repair of obstetric lacerations and vigilant postpartum follow-up to prevent long-term sexual morbidity.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Gynecological conditions and treatments Pelvic floor disorders treatments Sexual function and dysfunction studies

Publication details

Journal / source
International Journal of Reproduction Contraception Obstetrics and Gynecology
Volume
15
Issue
2
Pages
750–751
Publication date
29 January 2026