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Vaginoscopy

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The use of a viewing instrument to visualize the vaginal canal.

Most commonly, a form of endoscope is used in vaginoscopy.

Vaginoscopy is performed to diagnose anatomical abnormalities or lesions affecting the vaginal wall.

The procedure is most commonly performed in children

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