ReviewClinics in colon and rectal surgery2021
Rectovaginal Fistulas Secondary to Obstetrical Injury.
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16 citing papers in PubMed, 25 citations in OpenAlex.
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- Transperineal Ultrasound Combined with Contrast-Enhanced Ultrasound Enema for Diagnosis and Surgical Planning in Rectovaginal Fistula: A Prospective Study.Diagnostics (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Article
- Bridging Gaps: Insights from a Rectal Buttonhole Tear Case Series.International urogynecology journal · 2026Article
- Epidemiology, etiology and treatment of female vaginal injury.Reproductive health · 2025Review
- LUSSY score predictive of failure of surgical closure of obstetric rectovaginal fistula in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.Reproductive health · 2025Article
- Perianal Fistulizing Crohn's Disease: Outcomes of Surgical Repairs and Current State of Stem Cell-Based Therapies.Clinics in colon and rectal surgery · 2025Review
- Gastrointestinal Fistulas-What Gastroenterologists Need to Know in 2025.Canadian journal of gastroenterology & hepatology · 2025Review
- A Gender Perspective on Coloproctological Diseases: A Narrative Review on Female Disorders.Journal of clinical medicine · 2024Review
- Martius fat pad flap procedure for management of obstetric rectovaginal fistula: A case report.Case reports in women's health · 2023Article
- Accurate anatomic repair of obstetric anal sphincter damage or rectovaginal fistula aided by prior ultrasonograghy: a cohort study.Annals of medicine and surgery (2012) · 2023Article
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- Delayed surgical management of rectovaginal fistula: a case report highlighting challenges and lessons learned.Frontiers in surgery · 2023Article
- Treatment of Rectovaginal Fistula.Journal of the anus, rectum and colon · 2023Review
- Transvaginal approach for rectovaginal fistula: experience from a single institution.Updates in surgery · 2022Article
- Ano-rectovaginal fistula after obstetrical anal sphincter injury: Diverting stoma does not improve the surgical results.Colorectal disease : the official journal of the Association of Coloproctology of Great Britain and Ireland · 2022Article
- Rectovaginal Fistula Management in Low-Resource Settings.Clinics in colon and rectal surgery · 2022Review
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Abstract
Rectovaginal fistula (RVF), defined as any abnormal connection between the rectum and the vagina, is a complex and debilitating condition. RVF can occur for a variety of reasons, but frequently develops following obstetric injury. Patients with suspected RVF require thorough evaluation, including history and physical examination, imaging, and objective evaluation of the anal sphincter complex. Prior to attempting repair, sepsis must be controlled and the tract allowed to mature over a period of 3 to 6 months. All repair techniques involve reestablishing a healthy, well-vascularized rectovaginal septum, either through reconstruction with local tissue or tissue transfer via a pedicled flap. The selection of a specific repair technique is determined by the level of the fistula tract and the status of the anal sphincter. Despite best efforts, recurrence is common and should be discussed with patients prior to repair. As the ultimate goal of RVF repair is to minimize symptoms and maximize quality of life, patients should help to direct their own care based on the risks and benefits of available treatment options.
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