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Vesicovaginal fistula

Vesicovaginal fistula

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Vesicovaginal fistula is an abnormal connection between the vagina and the bladder. It commonly results in leakage of urine through the vagina. This may be difficult to diagnose and requires a specialist evaluation.

Dr. Kyle Cologne reviewed this

15 year experience in Colon and Rectal Surgery

Is a type of:

Female urogenital diseases

How long it usually lasts:

Chronic (lasts years to lifelong)

How common it is:

Rare

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