Obstetric Fistula in Burundi: a comprehensive approach to managing women with this neglected disease
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Tayler-Smith, KZachariah, R
Manzi, M
van den Boogaard, W
Vandeborne, A
Bishinga, A
De Plecker, E
Lambert, V
Christiaens, B
Sinabajije, G
Trelles, M
Goetghebuer, S
Reid, T
Harries, A D
Issue Date
2013-08-21
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BMC Pregnancy and ChildbirthAbstract
In Burundi, the annual incidence of obstetric fistula is estimated to be 0.2-0.5% of all deliveries, with 1000--2000 new cases per year. Despite this relatively high incidence, national capacity for identifying and managing obstetric fistula is very limited. Thus, in July 2010, Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF) set up a specialised Obstetric Fistula Centre in Gitega (Gitega Fistula Centre, GFC), the only permanent referral centre for obstetric fistula in Burundi. A comprehensive model of care is offered including psychosocial support, conservative and surgical management, post-operative care and follow-up. We describe this model of care, patient outcomes and the operational challenges.Publisher
BioMed Central LtdPubMed ID
23965150Language
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1471-2393ae974a485f413a2113503eed53cd6c53
10.1186/1471-2393-13-164
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