Types of MRKH syndrome
There are two types of Mayer-Rokitansky-Küster-Hauser syndrome:
Type 1: The ovaries and fallopian tubes are typically functioning in people with this kind of MRKH syndrome, but the upper vagina, cervix, and uterus are blocked or missing. Other organs are not affected.
Type 2: This kind of MRKH syndrome is characterised by a blocked or absent upper vagina, cervix, and uterus, as well as problems with the fallopian tubes, ovaries, spine, kidneys, or other organs.
How common is Mayer-Rokitansky-Küster-Hauser syndrome?
MRKH affects around 1 in every 4,500 female babies.