Evaluation of a Novel, Disposable and Low-Cost valve for vaginoscopy in treating the leak of distension media (Faheem Valve): A Comparative Study

Continuous leakage of distension medium from the vagina during vaginoscopy consider one of the most important item that hindering proper visualization and prolong operation time. This study evaluates the effectiveness of performing vaginoscopy by using a self-retaining semi-conical silicon (platic ) low cost valve (Faheem Valve) to minimize fluid leakage, improve visualization and minimize operative time.

Patients and Methods Females referred for vaginoscopy were randomly selected to either conventional vaginoscopy (CV) group A, or the second group (group B) using Faheem valve vaginoscopy (FV). The study includes 30 cases, 15 cases in each group.

Results Faheem valve group (FV) was more feasible with excellent visualization if compared with conventional vaginoscopy group (CV). The mean infused distension fluid volume was 376.67ml in FV versus 676.67 ml in conventional vaginoscopy (CV), and the mean amount of leaked fluid volume was 36 ml in FV versus 283.33 ml in conventional vaginoscopy (CV). Clear vision in Vaginoscopy using Faheem valve was 94% while 70% in conventional vaginoscopy (CV) and in the mean operation time 4 minutes in Faheem valve group, the mean operation time was 8 minutes in conventional group

Conclusions Faheem valve is a self-retaining novel tool, it provides an excellent visualization of vagina and cervix. Faheem Valve ensures less amount of fluid leakage and shortens operation time.