J Korean Surg Soc.  2006 Oct;71(4):297-299.

Rectovaginal Fistula Complicating Stapled Hemorrhoidectomy

• Seo IG

Abstract

There are few reports on major complications after stapled hemorrhoidectomy, because it recently has been introduced to treat hemorrhoids and rectal mucosal prolapse. This presentation is a case of rectovaginal fistula that developed four days after stapled hemorrhoidectomy which was performed at another clinic. In this case, a relatively simple local repair with layered closure via a transanal approach was used. It worked well and satisfied the patient, while relieving her unpleasant, distressing symptoms. In my opinion, early surgical repair of a relatively large postoperative rectovaginal fistula is valid.

Keyword

Rectovaginal fistula; Hemorrhoids; Stapled hemorrhoidectomy

MeSH Terms

Hemorrhoidectomy*
Hemorrhoids
Humans
Prolapse
Rectovaginal Fistula*