| Literature DB >> 20011383 |
David E Rivadeneira1, Brett Ruffo, Salim Amrani, Cynthia Salinas.
Abstract
Rectovaginal fistulas represent an often devastating condition in patients and a challenge for surgeons. Successful management of this condition must take into account a variety of variables including the etiology, size, and location of the fistula. Etiologies include obstetrical trauma, inflammatory bowel disease, malignant processes, and complications of radiation therapy and surgery. Repair options include local repairs, tissue transfer techniques, and abdominal operations.Entities:
Keywords: Fistula; mucosal advancement flap; obstetrical trauma; rectovaginal
Year: 2007 PMID: 20011383 PMCID: PMC2780174 DOI: 10.1055/s-2007-977487
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Clin Colon Rectal Surg ISSN: 1530-9681