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Vesicovaginal Fistula: Diagnosis and Management
Vesicovaginal fistula (VVF) is still a major cause for concern in many
developing countries. It represents a significant morbidity in female
urology. Continual wetness, odor, and discomfort cause serious social
problems. The diagnosis of the condition has traditionally been based on
clinical methods and dye testing. A successful repair of such fistulas
requires an accurate diagnostic evaluation and timely repair using
procedures that exploit basic surgical principles and the application of
interposition flaps. The method of closure depends on the surgeon’s
training and experience. The main complication of VVF surgery is
recurrent fistula formation