During the operation, the septum, which originated as an irregularity during embryonic development, is removed. It can be a source of pain during intercourse or a cause of sterility, it can obstruct the outflow of menstrual blood, or it can constitute a birth barrier.
Resection of the vaginal septum
The course of surgery, recovery:
- 1The patient must arrive fasting for the scheduled procedure
- 2As the procedure is performed under general anaesthesia, it is necessary to undergo a pre-operative examination a few days before the operation
- 3After preparing the operating field, the doctor removes the flap and stops any bleeding by suturing or electrocoagulation
- 4After the procedure, the patient is checked by the surgeon and in case of a good postoperative condition, the patient is discharged to home care
Frequently asked questions
In case of a good postoperative condition, the patient can leave the medical facility after only a few hours.