Redefining Vaginal Agenesis Management: A Comprehensive Review

Abstract

Vaginal agenesis, a rare and complex congenital anomaly predominantly linked to Mayer-Rokitansky-Küster-Hauser (MRKH) syndrome or complete androgen insensitivity syndrome (CAIS), demands innovative and highly individualized treatment strategies to achieve anatomical and functional restoration. While non-surgical options like vaginal dilation remain foundational, the advent of custom-made stents has redefined the paradigm of care, emerging as a transformative tool in both post-surgical and non-surgical management. Bridging the expertise of prosthodontics and gynecology, personalized stents not only enhance healing and maintain patency but also elevate patient comfort and compliance. Prosthodontists, leveraging advanced material science and precision design, play a critical role in crafting bespoke stents tailored to anatomical and therapeutic needs. This review highlights the synergistic relationship between prosthodontics and gynecology, emphasizing the cutting-edge role of custom stents in improving outcomes for patients with vaginal agenesis.