Rectovaginal Fistulae in Post Repair Chronic Perineal Rupture

Budi I. Santoso, Shirley Anggraini, Yulia Margaretta Sari

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Abstract

Objective: To report and discuss the causes and management of rectovaginal fistula in post repair chronic total perineal rupture. Methods: A case report, a 29-year-old female patient who came to Fatmawati General Hospital with complaints of anal incontinence 9 days after repair chronic total perineal rupture. Rectovaginal examination revealed a rectovaginal fistula 2 mm in diameter at 1.5 cm proximal to the hymenal ring. Discussion: Rectovaginal fistula is one of the complications after repair of hronic total perineal rupture which disturbs the quality of life of women. The patient was diagnosed with a rectovaginal fistula in post repair chronic total perineal rupture. Conservative management with wound care and administration of honey to the patient showed improved postoperative outcome. Conclusions: Anatomical identification of the anal sphincter complex, surgical technique and postoperative care are important in preventing complications following repair of chronic total perineal rupture repair.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)219-222
Number of pages4
JournalIndonesian Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Volume9
Issue number4
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Oct 2021
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • obstetrics sphincter anal injury
  • postrepair chronic
  • rectovaginal fistulae

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