Background Vesicovaginal fistulas (VVF) are the most commonly acquired fistulas of the
urinary tract, but we lack a standardized algorithm for their management. Surgery is the most …

Vesicovaginal fistula (VVF) is an abnormal communication between the bladder and the
vagina. Prompt diagnosis and timely repair are essential for successful management of …

Two types of laparoscopic or robotic-assisted vesicovaginal fistula (VVF) repairs, the
traditional transvesical (O'Conor) and extravesical techniques, dominate the literature. The …

Vesicovaginal fistula (VVF) is a pathologic connection between the bladder and the vagina.
It is a socially devastating condition that can affect women across a vast age range. The …

Introduction and hypothesis Open transabdominal repair of vesicovaginal fistula (VVF)
requires a long cystotomy incision, suprapubic drainage and delayed recovery …

Introduction and hypothesis Two types of laparoscopic vesicovaginal fistula (VVF) repairs,
the traditional transvesical (O'Conor) and extravesical techniques, dominate the literature …

Genitourinary fistulae from obstetric trauma have received increased attention and funding
to treat and prevent this devastating condition in developing countries. Despite multiple …

Objective To determine factors contributing to recurrence and successful treatment of
obstetric fistula (OF). Materials and Methods Data were collected from OF patients in Saint …

Achieving 100% closure and continence rate in the management of vesicovaginal fistulas
remains a challenge. There is still debate about several aspects of the care including the …

Purpose: To evaluate and compare the outcomes of benign, primary vesicovaginal fistulas
(VVFs) treated using the transabdominal transvesical technique and the transvaginal …