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Transvaginal double-layer parallel in-situ suturing for early complex vesicovaginal fistula repair: Case report
Chuanfeng Liu1, Shouxia Cao2, Haiyan Liu3
1Department of Urology, Linyi Maternity and Child Health Care Hospital, Shandong Province, China.
Rationale:
Complex vesicovaginal fistulas (VVFs) with large defects pose significant surgical challenges. Traditional repair methods often require extensive tissue separation and multilayer suturing, risking local blood supply and healing. This study introduces a novel modified transvaginal repair technique that simplifies the procedure while preserving tissue vascularity. It employs double-layer parallel in situ suturing for early repair of complex VVF.
Patient Concerns:
A 50-year-old woman was admitted with continuous vaginal urine leakage for 4 days following trauma. Speculum examination revealed a 3-cm longitudinal oval laceration at the 11 o'clock position in the dorsal lithotomy site, with continuous fluid leakage through the fistula.
Diagnoses:
Self-inflicted complex VVF.
Interventions:
The patient underwent prophylactic placement of bilateral double-J stents and continuous catheterization, followed by surgical repair using a modified transvaginal technique involving double-layer parallel in situ suturing.
Outcomes:
Postoperative evaluations showed successful healing with no urinary leakage. The vaginal sutures were removed on day 24, and follow-up at 1 year confirmed no recurrence of the fistula or lower urinary tract symptoms, significantly improving the patient's quality of life.
Lessons:
The modified transvaginal repair technique using double-layer parallel in situ suturing is a simple and effective approach for early repair of complex VVF, highlighting its potential for broader clinical application. Future studies with larger cohorts are needed to validate these findings.
