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ArticleInternational journal of colorectal disease2025

Martius flap in recurrent rectovaginal fistula: a video vignette.

Yasemin Yildirim, Cigdem Arslan, Onur Bayraktar, Ilknur Erenler Bayraktar

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Article in International journal of colorectal disease, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Not yet cited in PubMed.

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Yasemin YildirimGayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey. yasemin_yildirim_@hotmail.com.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0003-0538-7753
Cigdem ArslanPrivate Clinic, Istanbul, Turkey.
Onur BayraktarLiv Hospital VadiIstanbul, Istanbul, Turkey.
Ilknur Erenler BayraktarPrivate Clinic, Istanbul, Turkey.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

purposeWe aimed to demonstrate the Martius flap treatment in a patient who had a recurrent iatrogenic rectovaginal fistula following cystocele repair.

methodWe performed a Martius flap procedure for the reconstruction. A vascularized flap was harvested from the labial fat pad, ensuring preservation of its blood supply via the internal pudendal vessels. The flap was then transposed to the defect site to provide adequate vascular support and promote healing.

resultsThe patient initially underwent a primary repair of the rectovaginal fistula, which did not achieve fistula healing. A diverting colostomy was then created. Following referral to our unit, a Martius flap using tissue from the left labium majus was performed. The patient was discharged on postoperative day 2 without complications.

conclusionRVF is a debilitating condition that can significantly impair quality of life and often necessitates repeated surgical interventions. We believe that implementing techniques to facilitate the healing process may play a crucial role in optimizing patient outcomes.

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Rectovaginal FistulaSurgical FlapsFemaleHumansMiddle AgedRecurrenceAnovaginal fistulaColostomyMartius flapRectovaginal fistula

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PMID41099837
PMCPMC12532618

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