Successful treatment of cervical aplasia using a peritoneal graft

Abstract

Objective To evaluate the efficacy of a peritoneal graft for the treatment of cervical aplasia. Method Four patients with cervical aplasia who had a functioning endometrium and hematometra were recruited for this clinical trial. Through an abdominoperineal approach a plastic stent was inserted between the endometrial cavity and the upper part of the vagina; then, a graft of peritoneum was applied over the stent. In the absence of a vagina, grafts of skin or amniotic membrane were also used. The plastic stent was removed after 1 month in 2 patients and after 1 week in the 2 other patients. Result After more than 1 year of observation the 4 patients had regular menstrual cycles with normal menstruation. Sonographic examinations also showed empty uterine cavities. Conclusion Traditional gynecology textbooks recommend hysterectomy in cases of cervical aplasia. This report presents a new technique with 2 variations using a peritoneal graft. Although both variations were successful in the treatment of cervical aplasia in 4 women, more trials are needed to determine which one should be developed.