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A research study conducted at the University of Pennsylvania provides new insights into the evaluation and treatment of rectovaginal fistulas, a condition where there is an abnormal connection between the rectum and vagina. The study emphasizes the importance of a thorough evaluation to optimize surgical repair, addressing the underlying cause and timing of the repair. The research highlights the use of multidisciplinary teams, including colorectal surgery and urogynecology, and specific methods such as anoscopy, fistula probe, hydrogen peroxide, and sigmoidoscopy to evaluate the fistula. Pain control techniques and interventions like curettage and seton placement are also discussed to encourage closure and reduce the risk of complications. The study has been peer-reviewed and published in the American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology. [Extracted from the article]

A recent report from the First People's Hospital of Yunnan Province in China discusses new findings on rectovaginal fistula, a condition where there is an abnormal connection between the rectum and vagina. The report highlights a case study of a 37-year-old woman who had an unsuccessful repair of a rectovaginal fistula after hemorrhoid surgery. The patient underwent a new surgical technique combining transanal and transvaginal endoscopy, which successfully repaired the fistula. The study concludes that this technique can be effective for repairing rectovaginal fistulas after hemorrhoid surgery. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study conducted at Gold Coast University Hospital in Australia examined the use of Martius flap (MF) as a treatment for rectovaginal fistulae (RVF). The study included 12 non-randomized studies, assessing 137 MF procedures. The results showed that MF had a weighted mean success rate of 91.4% for primary RVF and 77.5% for recurrent RVF. The complication rate was 29% and the overall recurrence rate was 12.0%. The researchers concluded that MF appears to be an effective treatment for RVF, but further randomized studies are needed to confirm these findings and compare MF with other surgical techniques. [Extracted from the article]

Researchers from the North Eastern Indira Gandhi Regional Institute of Health and Medical Sciences in India have reported a case of rectovaginal fistula complicated by a retained vaginal foreign body. The case involved a 40-year-old woman who presented with foul-smelling vaginal discharge and passage of stool per vagina. The examination revealed a retained vaginal foreign body, which led to the development of a rectovaginal fistula. The researchers emphasize the importance of seeking prompt medical attention to prevent complications in such cases. [Extracted from the article]

A new study from the Plastic Surgery Hospital in Beijing, China, explores the use of a modified technique called internal pudendal artery perforator (IPAP) flap interposition for the treatment of rectovaginal fistula (RVF). The study included 16 patients with low RVF who underwent the procedure between 2016 and 2021. The results showed successful healing without recurrence in all patients, high satisfaction with the cosmetic effect of the vulva, and a significant reduction in female sexual disorder after surgery. The researchers concluded that the modified IPAP flap interposition is a reliable and safe option for repairing low RVF, with high success rates and minimal donor site morbidity. [Extracted from the article]

A recent report from the Patan Academy of Health Sciences in Lalitpur, Nepal, discusses the case of a 15-year-old girl with a rare urogenital rhabdomyosarcoma and a rectovaginal fistula. Rhabdomyosarcoma is a malignant tumor that primarily affects children under the age of 6. The patient presented with symptoms such as fever, altered bowel habits, a lump in her lower abdomen, abdominal discomfort, and fecal discharge from the vagina. The diagnosis was confirmed through diagnostic imaging and biopsy, and the patient is currently undergoing chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and surgery. The report emphasizes the importance of early detection and a multidisciplinary approach for better outcomes in cases of rhabdomyosarcoma. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study conducted at Federal University Juiz de Fora focused on the treatment of rectovaginal fistulas (RVF) using fractional CO2 vaginal laser therapy. The study included 15 patients with clinically suspected RVF, who underwent five laser sessions followed by evaluation through clinical examination and pelvic MRI. The results showed that 67.7% of patients achieved clinical remission of RVF symptoms, with 47% confirming radiological remission through MRI. The study concluded that fractional CO2 laser therapy can be considered a promising and safe alternative for managing RVF. [Extracted from the article]

Researchers at New York Medical College have reported new findings on the repair of radiation-induced rectovaginal fistula (RI-RVF) with rectal stricture. The study describes a surgical technique that aims to minimize disease recurrence by avoiding radiated tissue in the reconstruction. The technique involves a combination of procedures, including Tuttle longitudinal incision, Turnbull-Cutait colon pull-through, and the interposition of a Singapore flap. The approach resulted in a favorable outcome for one patient with a history of gynecological carcinoma. The research has been peer-reviewed and published in Updates in Surgery. [Extracted from the article]

Keywords: Digestive System Diseases and Conditions; Digestive System Fistula; Drugs and Therapies; Gastrointestinal Diseases and Conditions; Health and Medicine; Intestinal Fistula; Rectal Diseases and Conditions; Rectal Fistula; Rectovaginal Fistula; Risk and Prevention EN Digestive System Diseases and Conditions Digestive System Fistula Drugs and Therapies Gastrointestinal Diseases and Conditions Health and Medicine Intestinal Fistula Rectal Diseases and Conditions Rectal Fistula Rectovaginal Fistula Risk and Prevention 499 499 1 10/24/23 20231023 NES 231023 2023 OCT 27 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Women's Health Weekly -- Research findings on rectovaginal fistula are discussed in a new report. Digestive System Diseases and Conditions, Digestive System Fistula, Drugs and Therapies, Gastrointestinal Diseases and Conditions, Health and Medicine, Intestinal Fistula, Rectal Diseases and Conditions, Rectal Fistula, Risk and Prevention, Rectovaginal Fistula. [Extracted from the article]

Digestive System Diseases and Conditions, Digestive System Fistula, Gastrointestinal Diseases and Conditions, Health and Medicine, Intestinal Fistula, Rectal Diseases and Conditions, Rectal Fistula, Risk and Prevention, Rectovaginal Fistula Keywords: Digestive System Diseases and Conditions; Digestive System Fistula; Gastrointestinal Diseases and Conditions; Health and Medicine; Intestinal Fistula; Rectal Diseases and Conditions; Rectal Fistula; Rectovaginal Fistula; Risk and Prevention EN Digestive System Diseases and Conditions Digestive System Fistula Gastrointestinal Diseases and Conditions Health and Medicine Intestinal Fistula Rectal Diseases and Conditions Rectal Fistula Rectovaginal Fistula Risk and Prevention 580 580 1 10/09/23 20231013 NES 231013 2023 OCT 9 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Women's Health Weekly -- New study results on rectovaginal fistula have been published. [Extracted from the article]

Digestive System Diseases and Conditions, Digestive System Fistula, Gastrointestinal Diseases and Conditions, Health and Medicine, Intestinal Fistula, Rectal Diseases and Conditions, Rectal Fistula, Rectovaginal Fistula, Surgery Keywords: Digestive System Diseases and Conditions; Digestive System Fistula; Gastrointestinal Diseases and Conditions; Health and Medicine; Intestinal Fistula; Rectal Diseases and Conditions; Rectal Fistula; Rectovaginal Fistula; Surgery EN Digestive System Diseases and Conditions Digestive System Fistula Gastrointestinal Diseases and Conditions Health and Medicine Intestinal Fistula Rectal Diseases and Conditions Rectal Fistula Rectovaginal Fistula Surgery 513 513 1 08/28/23 20230901 NES 230901 2023 AUG 28 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Gastroenterology Week -- Investigators discuss new findings in rectovaginal fistula. [Extracted from the article]

Digestive System Diseases and Conditions, Digestive System Fistula, Gastrointestinal Diseases and Conditions, Health and Medicine, Intestinal Fistula, Rectal Diseases and Conditions, Rectal Fistula, Surgery, Rectovaginal Fistula Keywords: Digestive System Diseases and Conditions; Digestive System Fistula; Gastrointestinal Diseases and Conditions; Health and Medicine; Intestinal Fistula; Rectal Diseases and Conditions; Rectal Fistula; Rectovaginal Fistula; Surgery EN Digestive System Diseases and Conditions Digestive System Fistula Gastrointestinal Diseases and Conditions Health and Medicine Intestinal Fistula Rectal Diseases and Conditions Rectal Fistula Rectovaginal Fistula Surgery 628 628 1 08/21/23 20230821 NES 230821 2023 AUG 21 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Gastroenterology Week -- Data detailed on rectovaginal fistula have been presented. [Extracted from the article]

Weston, State:Florida, United States, North and Central America, Digestive System Diseases and Conditions, Digestive System Fistula, Gastrointestinal Diseases and Conditions, Health and Medicine, Intestinal Fistula, Rectal Diseases and Conditions, Rectovaginal Fistula, Rectal Fistula Keywords: Weston; State:Florida; United States; North and Central America; Digestive System Diseases and Conditions; Digestive System Fistula; Gastrointestinal Diseases and Conditions; Health and Medicine; Intestinal Fistula; Rectal Diseases and Conditions; Rectal Fistula; Rectovaginal Fistula EN Weston State:Florida United States North and Central America Digestive System Diseases and Conditions Digestive System Fistula Gastrointestinal Diseases and Conditions Health and Medicine Intestinal Fistula Rectal Diseases and Conditions Rectal Fistula Rectovaginal Fistula 222 222 1 07/03/23 20230703 NES 230703 2023 JUL 3 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Gastroenterology Week -- Research findings on Digestive System Diseases and Conditions - Rectovaginal Fistula are discussed in a new report. Keywords for this news article include: Weston, Florida, United States, North and Central America, Digestive System Diseases and Conditions, Digestive System Fistula, Gastrointestinal Diseases and Conditions, Health and Medicine, Intestinal Fistula, Rectal Diseases and Conditions, Rectal Fistula, Rectovaginal Fistula, Cleveland Clinic Florida. [Extracted from the article]

Keywords: Digestive System Diseases and Conditions; Digestive System Fistula; Gastrointestinal Diseases and Conditions; Health and Medicine; Inflammation; Intestinal Fistula; Rectal Diseases and Conditions; Rectal Fistula; Rectovaginal Fistula EN Digestive System Diseases and Conditions Digestive System Fistula Gastrointestinal Diseases and Conditions Health and Medicine Inflammation Intestinal Fistula Rectal Diseases and Conditions Rectal Fistula Rectovaginal Fistula 1264 1264 1 05/08/23 20230508 NES 230508 2023 MAY 12 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Gastroenterology Week -- Investigators discuss new findings in rectovaginal fistula. Keywords for this news article include: Department of Surgery, Inflammation, Rectal Fistula, Intestinal Fistula, Health and Medicine, Rectovaginal Fistula, Digestive System Fistula, Rectal Diseases and Conditions, Digestive System Diseases and Conditions, Gastrointestinal Diseases and Conditions. Digestive System Diseases and Conditions, Digestive System Fistula, Gastrointestinal Diseases and Conditions, Health and Medicine, Inflammation, Intestinal Fistula, Rectal Diseases and Conditions, Rectovaginal Fistula, Rectal Fistula. [Extracted from the article]

Reports Summarize Rectovaginal Fistula Study Results from Endometriosis Center (Risk of Rectovaginal Fistula In Women With Excision of Deep Endometriosis Requiring Concomitant Vaginal and Rectal Sutures, With or Without Preventive Stoma: a...) Keywords: Bordeaux; France; Europe; Digestive System Diseases and Conditions; Digestive System Fistula; Endometriosis; Female Genital Diseases and Conditions; Female Urogenital Diseases and Conditions; Gastrointestinal Diseases and Conditions; Gynecology; Health and Medicine; Intestinal Fistula; Rectal Diseases and Conditions; Rectal Fistula; Rectovaginal Fistula; Risk and Prevention; Uterine Diseases and Conditions; Women's Health EN Bordeaux France Europe Digestive System Diseases and Conditions Digestive System Fistula Endometriosis Female Genital Diseases and Conditions Female Urogenital Diseases and Conditions Gastrointestinal Diseases and Conditions Gynecology Health and Medicine Intestinal Fistula Rectal Diseases and Conditions Rectal Fistula Rectovaginal Fistula Risk and Prevention Uterine Diseases and Conditions Women's Health 2023 FEB 27 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Women's Health Weekly -- Fresh data on Digestive System Diseases and Conditions - Rectovaginal Fistula are presented in a new report. For more information on this research see: Risk of Rectovaginal Fistula In Women With Excision of Deep Endometriosis Requiring Concomitant Vaginal and Rectal Sutures, With or Without Preventive Stoma: a Before-and-after Comparative Study. [Extracted from the article]