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A rectovaginal fistula is a defect from the rectum to the vagina. A vesicovaginal fistula is a defect from the bladder to the vagina. These fistulae are very troubling and cause numerous infections, and negatively impact quality of life. There are surgical procedures to close the defects and resolve the issue.

WHAT IS A RECTOVAGINAL FISTULA?

After a vaginal delivery, an injury can occur between the rectum and the vagina leaving a small defect between the two.

SYMPTOMS OF A RECTOVAGINAL FISTULA

Common symptoms with a rectovaginal fistula including flatulence in the vagina, as well as stool seepage from the vagina.

WHAT IS A VESICOVAGINAL FISTULA?

After a pelvic surgery, an injury can occur between the bladder and the vagina leaving a small defect between the two.

SYMPTOMS OF A VESICOVAGINAL FISTULA

The most common symptom of a vesicovaginal fistula including urine leakage out of the vagina.