Rokitansky Kuster Hauser syndrome

Overview

A rare condition characterized by absence of the vagina and uterine abnormalities.

Symptoms

* Primary amenorrhea * Congenital absence of vagina * Rudimentary uterus * Urinary tract anomalies * Skeletal abnormalities * Infertility

Causes

* The cause of MRK is unknown, and no known gene is linked to this condition. * A postulation is that the müllerian duct system ceases development during gestational days 44-48. * Abnormalities can range from minor anatomic changes to total aplasia.