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Analysis of Vesicovaginal Fistulas in Tertiary Care Hospital - A 12 Year study

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Author Details : Umashankar Km, Shivakumar Hc

Volume : 3, Issue : 3, Year : 2016

Article Page : 267-269

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Abstract

Introduction The earliest evidence of a Vvf was found in 1923, when Derry examined the mummified body of henhenit, a lady in the court of mentuhotep of the 11^th dynasty who reigned around 2050 Bc. The urinary fistulas involving female genital tract result from complications of child birth, and pelvic diseases and their treatment. In developing countries like ours, obstetrical causes are the leading causes of Vvf.
Objectives: To determine the major causal factor of vesicovaginal fistula (Vvf) and the outcome of treatment.
Methods: This retrospective study was conducted from 1st January, 1994 to 31st December, 2006. At Vijayanagara Institute of Medical Sciences Bellary. Total number of patients included in the study was 40. They were analyzed with regard to age, parity, causal factor, mode of treatment, and the outcome.
Results: Obstetric complications were the leading causes of Vvf. Majority of the cases were treated surgically by layered method of closure vaginally. Success at primary attempt was 93.33%.
Conclusions: Vesicovaginal fistula mainly results from low level of intrapartum care and improperly conducted deliveries. Primary closure is successful in 93.33%.

Keywords: Vesicovaginal Fistula, Obstructed labor

How to cite : Umashankar Km, Shivakumar Hc, Analysis of Vesicovaginal Fistulas in Tertiary Care Hospital - A 12 Year study. Indian J Obstet Gynecol Res 2016;3(3):267-269

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