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 Medical Conditions Vaginal Fistulas
Vaginal Fistulas A fistula is an abnormal connection between two organs. Gynecologic fistulas can connect the vagina to the urinary bladder, the rectum, or other organs. In this country, fistulas are very rare and most occur after surgery to the pelvis. Women can develop this injury after C-Sections, hysterectomy, or reconstructive procedures. Dr. Pizarro relies on special examinations and X-ray tests to verify the diagnosis and location of the fistula. The most common complaint in affected women is the constant passage of urine or stool through the vagina. These rare injuries require very careful repair and sometimes require the placement of a healthy tissue cushion over the area, using specialized techniques. Such repairs are done to minimize the risk that the fistula will come back. The best time to repair a fistula is about 4 months after the injury occurs, to allow the initial swelling to go down. After repair of a urinary fistula, it is necessary for women to wear a urinary catheter for several weeks. This will allow the bladder to rest, so the repair will remain undisturbed. |
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