PubMed · 1996 · 15 citations · 0 references
MedicineGynecologySurgeryGeneral GynecologyGynecologic Radiation OncologyReproductive SurgeryFistula ManagementFistula RepairUrogenital FistulaVaginal SurgeryFibrin BiomaterialsFibrin Sealant UseGynecologic FistulaSurgical Fistula ClosureVaginal Fistula RepairVesicocervical FistulaVesicouterine Fistula
Vesicovaginal fistulas develop as an early complication following gynaecological operations or as a late complication following irradiation. The waiting period for the surgical closure of the fistula implies social and psychic problems for patients and attending physicians. Three cases report on the exclusive fibrin sealing for closing vesicovaginal fistulas after which continence was re-established.