Congenital urogenital anomalies that are associated with the persistence of Gartnerʹs duct: A review

Abstract The embryogenesis and management of congenital urogenital anomalies that are associated with ureteric ectopia and the persistence of Gartnerʹs duct are discussed. Ureteric ectopia with Gartnerʹs duct cyst is caused by the failure of separation of the ureteric bud from the mesonephric duct, which leads to persistence of Gartnerʹs duct, frequently with cystic dilation. Abnormal development of the ureter subsequently causes maldevelopment or absence of the ipsilateral kidney. The diagnosis and treatment of 2 adult women with congenital urethrovaginal fistula that was associated with unilateral single ectopic ureter, renal agenesis, and Gartnerʹs duct anomaly are presented. Surgical repair of the urethrovaginal fistulae and removal of the Gartnerʹs duct and cyst was performed transvaginally.