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Obstetric Fistula in Zambia: A Population‐Based Cross‐Sectional Analysis of Associated Factors Using the 2018 DHS Data

open access: yesJournal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Research, Volume 52, Issue 6, June 2026.
ABSTRACT Background Obstetric fistula remains an understudied severe maternal health outcome in Zambia. This study examines the socioeconomic, reproductive, and healthcare access factors associated with obstetric fistula among women in Zambia. Methods We conducted a cross‐sectional analysis of 10 296 women using data from the 2018 Zambia Demographic ...
Sianga Mutola   +6 more
wiley   +1 more source

Assessing the Impact of Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting on Genital Inflammation and Microbiota Among Kenyan Female Sex Workers

open access: yesAmerican Journal of Reproductive Immunology, Volume 95, Issue 5, May 2026.
ABSTRACT Problem Female genital mutilation/cutting (FGM/C) is harmful to physical, mental, and reproductive health, though the effect of this practice on a woman's HIV susceptibility is poorly understood. Despite the known associations of FGM/C with short‐term vaginal epithelial damage, neither genital inflammation nor the genital microbiome have been ...
James Pollock   +19 more
wiley   +1 more source

Stories From Black Women in Iowa About Reproductive Health Care Experiences, Self‐Advocacy, and Recommendations for Change

open access: yesHealth Expectations, Volume 29, Issue 2, April 2026.
ABSTRACT Research Question What are Black women's experiences when seeking reproductive health care in Iowa? Design Narrative‐style qualitative research. Methods Adult Black women in Iowa were recruited for phone interviews. Data was analysed using within and across case methodology.
Melissa Lehan. Mackin   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

Laser welding of vesicovaginal fistula

open access: yes, 2001
The management of vesicovaginal fistula remains a source of debate, despite extensive literature on the subject. It is difficult to prove the superiority of one surgical technique over another by randomized trials, given the variabilities of fistula ...
Dogra, P. N., Nabi, G.
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A case of congenital vesicovaginal fistula [PDF]

open access: yes, 1985
Congenital vesicovaginal fistula is very rare and only five cases have been reported so far. This is a report on a case of congenital vesicovaginal fistula in a three-year-old girl.
伊藤, 哲二   +5 more
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Laparoscopic transperitoneal approach for vesicovaginal repair : The first experience in Hasan Sadikin Hospital

open access: yesJurnal Urologi Indonesia, 2015
Introduction : Obstetric fistula is a severe and debilitating condition occurring throughout the developing world. Although there are no accurate data on the incidence and prevalence of the condition, the majority of vesicovaginal fistulas develop after ...
Jumadi Santoso, Sawkar Vijay Pramod
doaj   +1 more source

Vaginal Erbium Laser for the Treatment of Mild‐to‐Moderate Stress Urinary Incontinence: A Multicentre Randomised Sham–Controlled Trial

open access: yesBJOG: An International Journal of Obstetrics &Gynaecology, Volume 133, Issue 4, Page 609-617, March 2026.
ABSTRACT Objective To assess whether Er:YAG laser is superior to sham in treating women with mild/moderate stress urinary incontinence (SUI). Design A single blinded, multi‐centre RCT comparing Er:YAG laser to sham in women with mild/moderate SUI with patients blinded to allocated treatment.
Christian Phillips   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

Obstetric fistula repair: a guide to patient selection

open access: yesUrogynaecologia International Journal, 2011
Objective. The World Health Organization has advocated for the classification of obstetric fistula into simple and complex cases. This study set out to design a guide to patient selection to facilitate the attainment of this goal.
Aniefiok J. Umoiyoho   +1 more
doaj   +1 more source

Endoscopic management of ureteral injuries arising from gynecologic procedures

open access: yesBJUI Compass, Volume 7, Issue 2, February 2026.
Abstract Introduction Ureteral injuries during gynecologic surgery are uncommon (0.1%–2.5%) but may result in significant morbidity, including strictures, hydronephrosis and the need for additional interventions. This study evaluates the effectiveness of retrograde endoscopic management in treating iatrogenic ureteral injuries.
Ari Luder   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Surgical technique of a recurrent post-radiation vesicovaginal fistula with a small intestine graft [PDF]

open access: yes, 2021
Vesicovaginal fistulas are devastating conditions for the affected women. The combination of a hysterectomy and radiation increases the fistula risk 5-10 times.
Betschart, Cornelia   +4 more
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