ArticleInternational journal of gynaecology and obstetrics: the official organ of the International Federation of Gynaecology and Obstetrics2020
Rehabilitation and reintegration programming adjunct to female genital fistula surgery: A systematic scoping review.
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- The psycho-social impact of obstetric fistula and available support for women residing in Nigeria: a systematic review.BMC women's health · 2023Pooled it
- Development and Pilot Test of a Group Cognitive Behavioral Intervention for Women Recovering From Fistula Repair Surgery in Ethiopia.Frontiers in public health · 2022Trial
- Physiotherapy and rehabilitation for survivors of female genital mutilation/cutting: a scoping review.BMC women's health · 2026Article
- Outcomes of Two Different Obstetric Social Reintegration Program Approaches After Obstetric-Related Fistula Repair.International urogynecology journal · 2026Article
- Beyond Surgical Repair: Psychosocial Recovery and Social Reintegration for Obstetric Fistula Survivors in Somalia.International journal of women's health · 2026Article
- Patient Counseling Strategies at Female Genital Fistula Repair: A Qualitative Study among Ugandan Fistula Care Providers.Research square · 2025Article
- Understanding Women's Pregnancy Intentions, Decision-Making, and Factors Influencing Reproductive Choices After Genital Fistula Repair in Uganda: A Qualitative Study.PLOS global public health · 2025Article
- Supporting Women after Obstetric Fistula Surgery to Enhance Their Social Participation and Inclusion.International journal of environmental research and public health · 2024Article
- The burden of iatrogenic obstetric fistulas in Sub-Saharan Africa: Systematic review and meta-analysis protocol.PloS one · 2024Article
- Factors associated with reintegration trajectory following female genital fistula surgery in Uganda.AJOG global reports · 2023Article
- Social support among women with genital fistula in Uganda.Culture, health & sexuality · 2023Article
- Building a country-wide Fistula Treatment Network in Kenya: results from the first six years (2014-2020).BMC health services research · 2022Article
- Economic empowerment of the pilot reintegration program for female genital fistula survivors in Kenya during the COVID-19 pandemic.Frontiers in global women's health · 2022Article
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backgroundFemale genital fistula is associated with significant physical, psychological, and economic consequences; however, a knowledge and practice gap exists around services adjunct to fistula surgery.
objectivesTo examine rehabilitation and reintegration services provided adjunct to genital fistula surgery, map existing programming and outcomes, and identify areas for additional research. SEARCH STRATEGY: We searched the published and grey literature from January 2000 to June 2019. Two reviewers screened articles and extracted data using standardized methods. SELECTION CRITERIA: Research and programmatic articles describing service provision in addition to female genital fistula surgery were included. DATA COLLECTION AND ANALYSIS: Of 3047 published articles and 2623 unpublished documents identified, 26 and 55, respectively, were analyzed. MAIN
resultsProgramming identified included combinations of health education, physical therapy, social support, psychosocial counseling, and economic empowerment, largely in sub-Saharan Africa. Improvements were noted in physical and psychosocial health.
conclusionsExisting literature supports holistic fistula care through adjunct reintegration programming. Improving the evidence base requires implementing robust study designs, increasing reporting detail, and standardizing outcomes across studies. Increased financing for holistic fistula care is critical for developing and supporting programming to ensure positive outcomes.
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