Schistosomiasis and Vesicovaginal Fistula
Abstract
Schistosoma haematobium is presented as a cause of vesicovaginal fistula in a nulliparous adolescent. The possible role of S. haematobium in failure of fistula repair and the importance of screening and treatment in endemic areas prior to repair are discussed (Afr J Reprod Health
2009; 13[3]:137-140).
RĖSUMĖ
Le schistosomiais et la fistule-vaginale. Le schistosoma haematobium est présenté comme une cause de la fistule vésico-vaginale chez une adolescente nullipare. Le rôle possible du schistosoma haematobium dans l’échec à l’égard de la refection de la fistule et l’importance du dépistage et du traitement dans les zones endémiques avant la refection sont discutés. (Afr J Reprod Health 2009; 13[3]: 137-140).
KEYWORDS: Schistosomiasis, Schistosoma haematobium, Vesicovaginal fistula, Fistula repair
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African Journal of Reproductive Health Vol 13 No 3 September 2009
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