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01-05-2009 | Review Article

Classification of female genito-urinary tract fistula: a comprehensive review

Authors: J. Goh, E. J. Stanford, R. Genadry

Published in: International Urogynecology Journal | Issue 5/2009

Abstract

Introduction and hypothesis

The aim of this paper is to review proposed classifications for genito-urinary fistulae.

Methods

A comprehensive literature review of historical texts, peer review publications, and abstracts was used to compile a listing of the existing genito-urinary fistula classification systems.

Results

The absence of an accepted standardized classification for female genito-urinary fistulae has resulted in the proliferation of a number of individually devised categorizations. Fistulae are described by size, location, degree of vaginal scarring, and type (whether it involves the bladder, rectum, intestines, uterus, etc). In addition, most classification systems have not been subjected to outcomes research, making them primarily descriptive in nature.

Conclusions

There is a lack of consensus among fistula surgeons in adopting a standardized classification system or systems. Comparative assessment of studies and outcomes is not possible without a standardized classification system. Currently, there is no accepted standardized classification for female genito-urinary fistula.

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Title: Classification of female genito-urinary tract fistula: a comprehensive review
Authors: J. Goh
E. J. Stanford
R. Genadry
Publication date: 01-05-2009
Publisher: Springer-Verlag
Published in: International Urogynecology Journal / Issue 5/2009
Print ISSN: 0937-3462
Electronic ISSN: 1433-3023
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s00192-009-0804-2

At a glance: The STEP trials

Springer Medicine

Classification of female genito-urinary tract fistula: a comprehensive review

Abstract

Introduction and hypothesis

Methods

Results

Conclusions

At a glance: The STEP trials

Springer Medicine

Abstract

Introduction and hypothesis

Methods

Results

Conclusions

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