Research in Obstetric Fistula: Addressing Gaps and Unmet Needs.
Obstet Gynecol
; 131(5): 863-870, 2018 05.
Article
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| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-29630017
ABSTRACT
Although obstetric fistula has likely plagued women since the beginning of time, very little research proportionally exists. This article summarizes the most substantial research on the topic and delineates research gaps and future needs. Existing research demonstrates that access to care is the underlying cause of obstetric fistula and that the first attempt at closure holds the highest chance at success, ranging between 84% and 94%. For simple cases, 10 days of a catheter is sufficient, although what constitutes as simple is unclear. Circumferential fistulas are at high risk for ongoing urethral continence. Psychosocial programs are helpful for all women, but those who are "dry" tend to reintegrate into society, whereas those still leaking need additional support. Prenatal care and scheduled cesarean delivery are recommended to avoid another fistula. Gaps in research include accurate prevalence and incidence, interventions to improve access to care, surgical technique, especially for complex cases, and ways to prevent ongoing incontinence, among many others. In all areas, more rigorous research is needed.
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Bases de dados:
MEDLINE
Assunto principal:
Saúde Reprodutiva
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Complicações do Trabalho de Parto
Tipo de estudo:
Etiology_studies
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Risk_factors_studies
Limite:
Female
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Humans
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Pregnancy
Idioma:
En
Revista:
Obstet Gynecol
Ano de publicação:
2018
Tipo de documento:
Article