[Vesicovaginal fistulas. Etiopathogenic and therapeutic aspects in Senegal]

J Urol (Paris). 1992;98(3):148-51.
[Article in French]

Abstract

Obstetrical vesicovaginal fistulas are still very common in third world countries, due to the difficulties of medical care. With this series of 123 cases seen over 6 years, we analyze their epidemiological, pathological and therapeutical aspects. A simplified classification is proposed.

Publication types

  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Adult
  • Aged
  • Episiotomy
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Middle Aged
  • Senegal / epidemiology
  • Vesicovaginal Fistula / epidemiology*
  • Vesicovaginal Fistula / etiology
  • Vesicovaginal Fistula / pathology
  • Vesicovaginal Fistula / surgery