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One case was detected before birth, presenting with bilateral hydroureteronephrosis and oligohydramnios. Two patients had complex syndromic associations, including Herlyn\u2013Werner\u2013Wunderlich syndrome and McKusick\u2013Kaufman syndrome. Treatment strategies varied depending on the underlying cause, with simpler cases, including an imperforate hymen and transverse vaginal septum, being managed with incision and drainage, and more complex conditions requiring abdominal vaginostomy. All patients exhibited varying degrees of hydroureteronephrosis caused by lower urinary tract obstruction.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Conclusion:<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>HMC presents with diverse etiologies, necessitating individualized management approaches. Early diagnosis and comprehensive evaluation are critical in preventing complications and optimizing surgical outcomes. 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