MURCS association


MURCS association is a very rare developmental disorder that primarily affects the reproductive and urinary systems involving MUllerian agenesis, Renal agenesis, Cervicothoracic Somite abnormalities. It affects only females.

Genetics

Genetic heterogeneity is observed in MURCS association.

Diagnosis

  1. Abbreviations: FSH follicle stimulating hormone, LH luteinizing hormone, MRI magnetic resonance imaging, US ultrasonography
  2. aTransabdominal US should be considered in younger patients.
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Treatment

Management of vaginal agenesis: correction of vaginal agenesis in MRKH syndrome with creation of a functional neovagina has been a hallmark in the treatment. Various different surgical and non-surgical methods have been suggested for vaginal construction.
Infertility and uterus transplantation : Uterus transplantation has now emerged as the first true infertility treatment for women with MRKH syndrome and giving them full motherhood from start.