Incidental diagnosis of genital tuberculosis in a prepubertal girl presenting with acute urinary retention: a case report

Genital tuberculosis-associated hematocolpos with imperforate hymen is a rare condition that can delay diagnosis, leading to increased reproductive morbidity. Considering this, treating doctors should carefully evaluate such patients. Tubercular hematocolpos should be considered in the differential diagnosis of prepubertal girls presenting with obstructive genital anomalies, particularly in tuberculosis-endemic nations. Prompt diagnosis and appropriate management, including hymenotomy and antitubercular therapy, are crucial to avoid misdiagnosis and delayed management.

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Journal of Medical Case Reports
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2026-02-27
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https://doi.org/10.1186/s13256-026-05910-6
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Diagnosis and treatment of tuberculosis
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Incidental diagnosis of genital tuberculosis in a prepubertal girl presenting with acute urinary retention: a case report

Sameer Peer, Priyanka Garg, Naveen Bhardwaj
Journal of Medical Case Reports
Diagnosis and treatment of tuberculosis
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Incidental diagnosis of genital tuberculosis in a prepubertal girl presenting with acute urinary retention: a case report

Sameer Peer, Priyanka Garg, Naveen Bhardwaj
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Abstract

Genital tuberculosis-associated hematocolpos with imperforate hymen is a rare condition that can delay diagnosis, leading to increased reproductive morbidity. Considering this, treating doctors should carefully evaluate such patients. Tubercular hematocolpos should be considered in the differential diagnosis of prepubertal girls presenting with obstructive genital anomalies, particularly in tuberculosis-endemic nations. Prompt diagnosis and appropriate management, including hymenotomy and antitubercular therapy, are crucial to avoid misdiagnosis and delayed management.

Journal of Medical Case Reports
Government Medical College and Hospital (IN), Government Medical College and Hospital (IN), All India Institute of Medical Sciences (IN)
Gender equality
Openalex Percentile: Top 41%
Diagnosis and treatment of tuberculosis
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