Abstract
Background
Vulvar varicosities might be misdiagnosed as vulvar venous malformations in the prepubertal
or pubertal age. If seen isolated, they can mimic other masses that are usually seen
in this anatomic area like a hernia or a cyst. Depending on the associated symptoms
and clinical findings, imaging modalities investigate the nature of such a mass and
might provide a therapeutic alternative besides surgery.
Case
We report a case of an isolated asymptomatic vulvar varicosity in a 16-year-old adolescent.
A pelvic ultrasound followed by a Doppler and a magnetic resonance imaging scan confirmed
the diagnosis. We used guided direct sclerotherapy for successful treatment.
Summary and Conclusion
Optimal management and outcome are assured using a multidisciplinary approach. Guided
sclerotherapy provides a safe, effective, and minimally invasive procedure to treat
vulvar varicosities.
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Article info
Publication history
Published online: September 24, 2015
Footnotes
The authors indicate no conflicts of interest.
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© 2016 North American Society for Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology. Published by Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.
