Turner Syndrome and apparent absent uterus: a case report and review of the literature
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Sarah V. Akierman
Abstract
We report on a patient who initially presented with delayed puberty and an absent uterus on imaging with ultrasound and MRI. She was subsequently diagnosed with Turner Syndrome. Turner Syndrome typically presents with early loss of ovarian function and should be considered when primary ovarian insufficiency is present with apparent absent uterus on imaging. Follow-up imaging of the apparent absent uterus post-estrogen replacement therapy is important to confirm a normal uterus. A diagnosis of an absent uterus can be psychologically traumatic for patients and families, and can have significant implications for future fertility options.
The authors would like to gratefully acknowledge the patient and her family who have agreed to share this case for this report.
Conflict of interest statement
The authors have no conflicts of interest to declare related to this report.
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