Minimally-invasive surgery in a case of Herlyn-Werner-Wunderlich Syndrome

ABSTRACT

The diagnosis of the Herlyn-Werner-Wunderlich syndrome is frequently misleading, not only to underreporting of cases, but, more seriously, to suboptimal treatment that can be detrimental to the reproductive potential of the affected woman. The case of a 14-year old girl with the HWW syndrome is presented. Although the diagnosis was suggested by imaging modalities such as ultrasound and magnetic resonance imaging, the use of endoscopic procedures such as laparoscopy and hysteroscopy, provided additional vital information that allowed an accurate assessment of her condition and a definitive, minimally-invasive management that was protective of her reproductive function.