Journal article
Ductal-cutaneous fistula secondary to recurrent Bartholin’s cysts: a case report
Proceedings in obstetrics and gynecology, Vol.11(2), 1
06/23/2022
DOI: 10.17077/2154-4751.31455
Abstract
Background: Disorders of the Bartholin’s duct and gland, including cyst and abscess formation, account for 2% of gynecologic visits annually. An uncommon complication of a Bartholin’s duct or gland abscess is fistula formation. Literature has described cases of recto-Bartholin’s and recto-vaginal fistulas.
Case: We present a case of fistula development between the perineum and the Bartholin’s duct and gland. The patient was successfully managed with fistulectomy and Bartholin’s gland excision.
Conclusion: Though fistula formation is a rare complication of Bartholin’s duct and gland pathology, investigation is warranted. A ductal-cutaneous fistula is possible in the setting of recurrent cysts located beyond the vaginal introitus. The best method of prevention is appropriate execution of a marsupialization. Complete removal of the fistulous tract and Bartholin’s duct and/or gland can result in resolution of symptoms.
Details
- Title: Subtitle
- Ductal-cutaneous fistula secondary to recurrent Bartholin’s cysts: a case report
- Creators
- Danielle M Ikoma - University of IowaSarah A Shaffer - University of Iowa, Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Resource Type
- Journal article
- Publication Details
- Proceedings in obstetrics and gynecology, Vol.11(2), 1
- Publisher
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics
- DOI
- 10.17077/2154-4751.31455
- ISSN
- 2154-4751
- Language
- English
- Date published
- 06/23/2022
- Academic Unit
- Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Record Identifier
- 9984320648002771
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