Labial adhesions in a postpartum patient.
The occurrence of labial adhesions in a patient in the immediate postpartum period is described. The adhesions did not respond to topical estrogen therapy, and sharp separation was required. Factors related to possible etiology as well as management of this condition are discussed.
D000287:Administration, Topical; D000328:Adult; D036861:Delivery, Obstetric / Q000379:methods; D004966:Estrogens, Conjugated (USP) / Q000008:administration & dosage; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D011247:Pregnancy; D011644:Puerperal Disorders / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000601:surgery*; D000267:Tissue Adhesions / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000601:surgery; D014621:Vagina / Q000293:injuries; D014845:Vulvar Diseases / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000601:surgery*
D004966:Estrogens, Conjugated (USP)