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International Urogynecology Journal
Published in: International Urogynecology Journal 4/2008

01-04-2008 | Case Report

Rectocutaneous fistula: a rare complication of the posterior intravaginal sling

Authors: Yoke-Hong Yee, Chien-Chang Lu, Fu-Tsai Kung, Kuan-Hui Huang

Published in: International Urogynecology Journal | Issue 4/2008

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Abstract

The posterior intravaginal sling (IVS) is a device used to correct apical vaginal prolapse; there are limited data on associated complications. We present a case report of a rectocutaneous fistula forming after placement of a posterior IVS in a 59-year-old woman 2 months postoperatively. The sling was resected during sigmoidoscopy with scissors, and the colon laceration was closed. The buttock wound underwent delayed healing 2 weeks later. More data regarding complications associated with use of this device are needed before widespread use.
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Metadata
Title
Rectocutaneous fistula: a rare complication of the posterior intravaginal sling
Authors
Yoke-Hong Yee
Chien-Chang Lu
Fu-Tsai Kung
Kuan-Hui Huang
Publication date
01-04-2008
Publisher
Springer-Verlag
Published in
International Urogynecology Journal / Issue 4/2008
Print ISSN: 0937-3462
Electronic ISSN: 1433-3023
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00192-007-0460-3

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