A urethrovaginal fistula is an abnormal passageway that may occur the urethra and the vagina. [1] It is a sub-set of vaginal fistulas. [2] [3] It results in urinary incontinence as urine continually leaves the vagina. It can occur as an obstetrical complication, catheter insertion injury or a surgical injury. [4] [5]
It is also called a urethral fistula and may be referred to as UVF. [3] [6] They are quite rare. In the developed world, they are typically due to injuries due to medical activity. [7]
A urethrovaginal fistula is an abnormal passageway that may occur the urethra and the vagina. [1] It is a sub-set of vaginal fistulas. [2] [3] It results in urinary incontinence as urine continually leaves the vagina. It can occur as an obstetrical complication, catheter insertion injury or a surgical injury. [4] [5]
It is also called a urethral fistula and may be referred to as UVF. [3] [6] They are quite rare. In the developed world, they are typically due to injuries due to medical activity. [7]