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| | MaterCare International ( MCI ) - Obstetric Fistula Project |
 | | Fistula patients require broad rehabilitation not only medical but also psychological. | | | 2.10 An obstetric fistula rehabilitation and treatment centre | | | This fistula centre will provide specialised treatment and rehabilitation for poor destitute fistula patients unobtainable elsewhere. |
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| | Info on Recto Vaginal Fistulas |
| | Trust yourself. If you feel like you have a fistula, you probably do. No one likes to dream up this ailment. | | | Would any of your other RV fistula patients be willing to speak with me or share their experiences with this problem with me? | | | A psychologist will be far more helpful to you in the long run. |
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http://www.geocities.com/dinimerz/rectovaginal_fistula.htm
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| | Ex Nihilo: Obstetric Fistula |
| | The most common treatment of fistula is a simple surgical repair of the vaginal hole wrought by the condition, and at least one study has found this method to be 60-98% effective depending on the severity of the fistula. | | | “Gynecology: Outcomes after the repair of vesico-vaginal fistulas are usually good” Drug Week. | | | It may be cheap for us, but it’s certainly very expensive for people who are poor.” And, while there are many western doctors capable of treating this ailment, there are very few qualified professionals in areas like Bangladesh and Nigeria where needs are the greatest. |
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http://johncoleman.typepad.com/ex_nihilo/2004/02/obstetric_fistu.html
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| | Global Health Council - UNFPA Launches Two-Year Campaign to Fight Obstetric Fistula in Sub-Saharan Africa |
| | It will seek to raise awareness within communities on the causes and consequences of obstetric fistulas, equip medical centres with essential supplies and train medical personnel to perform surgeries and provide post-operative care. | | | The centre in Addis performs an average of 1,200 surgeries each year and provides comprehensive rehabilitation and counseling to patients to help young girls return to a normal life after surgery. | | | During the three-day meeting in Addis Ababa, experts reviewed reports on the prevalence of obstetric fistulas in each country and analyzed the specific needs of existing medical facilities. |
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| | Representative Christopher H. Smith - (NJ04) - Smith/Ros-Lehtinen Fistula Bill Aids Poor Women Abroad |
| | If not prevented, obstetric fistula can be treated and repaired through a relatively minor surgical procedure that costs as little as $150 per patient, said Smith the Vice-Chairman of the International Relations Committee. | | | The legislation also boosts prevention programs already underway by expanding activities that reduce the incidence of obstetric fistula, such as conducting training seminars and disseminating appropriate educational materials for expectant mothers, as well as midwives and other persons who usually assist in birth. | | | Through surgery and post-surgery treatment, hundreds of thousands of women can be physically cured and emotionally healed from this devastating condition, Smith said. |
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http://www.house.gov/apps/list/press/nj04_smith/fistula.html
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| | International News UNFPA Releases Report on Obstetric Fistula in Sub-Saharan Africa, Calls on African Leaders To Take ... |
| | Although most fistulas can be surgically corrected, many women in developing nations are unaware of the procedure, and the cost of the procedure -- $100 to $400 -- is prohibitive for many who are aware ( | | | In addition, many women who have the condition are abandoned by their husbands and families because they are considered "unclean," and the women are forced to beg or turn to prostitution to survive, according to the | | | The report, titled "Obstetric Fistula Needs Assessment: Findings from Nine African Countries," determines the capacity of 35 hospitals in Benin, Chad, Malawi, Mali, Mozambique, Niger, Nigeria, Uganda and Zambia to treat patients with obstetric fistula and assess their need for additional supplies, staff and surgical supplies (UNFPA/EngenderHealth release, 6/19). |
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http://www.kaisernetwork.org/daily_reports/rep_index.cfm?DR_ID=18382
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| | USAID Health: Population, News/Info, Success Stories, EngenderHealth Addresses Obstetric Fistula in Bangladesh |
| | The study outlined a parallel need for public awareness campaigns to both increase knowledge of fistula repair services and promote healthy behavior to prevent the occurrence of fistula in the first place. | | | With support from the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare and other partners, EngenderHealth initiated a project that will strengthen fistula repair services while simultaneously working with communities to spread information and awareness about fistula prevention and treatment. | | | I have had too much pain and heartbreak,” she said from her hospital bed. |
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http://www.usaid.gov/our_work/global_health/pop/news/bangladesh_of.html
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| | Obstetric fistula |
| | Obstetric fistula is a severe medical condition in which a fistula develops in the vagina after severe or failed childbirth, when adequate medical care is not available. | | | According to the UN, in 2002 over 100,000 women were at risk of obstetric fistula each year, and over 2 million women have already been injured and stigmatized. |
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http://www.teachersparadise.com/ency/en/wikipedia/o/ob/obstetric_fistula.html
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| | Repairing Young Women's Lives Around the World Act |
| | (12) Obstetric fistula can also be surgically repaired. | | | (6) In nearly every case of obstetric fistula, the baby will be stillborn and the mother will have physical pain as well as social and emotional trauma from the loss of her child. | | | Success rates for surgical repair of fistula are close to 90 percent and cost between $100 and $400. |
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http://www.theorator.com/bills108/hr3810.html
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| | USAID Health: Maternal & Child Health, Maternal Health, Technical Areas, Maternal Newborn Care, Obstetric Fistula |
| | Fistula can be surgically repaired but only where trained surgeons and good post-operative care are available. | | | The physical and emotional stress of those suffering from an obstetric fistula is often compounded by the loss of the baby. | | | Fistula is treatable, but most women in the developing world often lack access to the required medical care and the funds to pay for treatment. |
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http://www.usaid.gov/our_work/global_health/mch/mh/techareas/fistula.html
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| | Alone and ashamed with fistulas Metafilter |
| | Catherine Hamlin, 79, is an Australian gynecologist who has spent the last 44 years in Addis Ababa, quietly toiling in impossible conditions to achieve the unimaginable. | | | Vagino-rectal fistulas are also common in the USA, often a result of inappropriate medical care. | | | That said, I have the highest respect for doctors who do this kind of work. |
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http://www.metafilter.com/mefi/25883
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| | Fistula |
| | Abnormal communication most commonly seen between two internal organs, or between an internal organ and the surface of the body. | | | If they heal that way, a fistula forms. | | | "Fistula" is suggested in spellcheckers for the following: bisulan, eis-ula, Fathulla, Fatuma, Festuea, firtula, fiscula, fistel, fistulla. |
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http://www.websters-online-dictionary.com/definition/english/Fi/Fistula.html
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| | Obstetric Fistula Complications Pregnancy and Birth Reproductive Health Health |
| | Rectovaginal Fistula Information - Basic information about a rare but serious complication of child birth. | | | This story is about his efforts and how he's viewed by historians. | | | Obstetric Fistula Complications Pregnancy and Birth Reproductive Health Health |
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http://www.iaswww.com/ODP/Health/Reproductive_Health/Pregnancy_and_Birth/Complications/Obstetric_Fistula/
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| | The Worldwide Fund for Mothers Injured in Childbirth |
| | Whatever your interest, spend a few minutes in becoming aware of an appalling tragedy facing people hidden from the rest of the world, then ask yourself how you can respond. | | | This site can help you to become involved! | | | Resources page to see where help is available. |
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http://www.wfmic.org/
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| | twin pregnancy symptoms |
| | ezResult: Health: Reproductive Health: Pregnancy and Birth: Complications (136) Ectopic Pregnancy (more...) Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (more...) Obstetric Fistula (more...) Oligohydramnios (more...) Placenta Previa (more...) Placental Abruption (more...) Preeclampsia (more...) Support Groups (more...) See Also: Health: Conditions and Diseases: Immune Disorders: Auto-Immune: Antiphospholipid Syndrome Health: Medicine: Medical Specialties: Obstetrics and Gynecology: Obstetrics Health: Repro... | | | It is most commonly characterised by both 'positive symptoms' (those additional to normal experience and behaviour) and negative symptoms (the lack or decline in normal experience or behaviour). |
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http://www.access2info.net/information/twin+pregnancy+symptoms
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| | Feminist Daily News 11/11/2002: UNFPA Seeks to Fight Fistula in Africa |
| | Approximately, 20,000 women have been treated at the Addis Abada Fistula Hospital. | | | The campaign will focus on prevention and treatment by raising awareness in various communities on the causes and effects of obstetric fistulas and providing medical centers with the necessary supplies and training. | | | Another problem associated with obstetric fistula is that the injury also causes women to lose control of their bowels and bladder unless treated appropriately. |
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http://www.feminist.org/news/newsbyte/uswirestory.asp?id=7266
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| | MaterCare International ( MCI ) - Obstetric Fistula |
| | Estimates are that well over 1,000,000 mothers suffer this condition. | | | : in local belief, obstetric fistula is a result of marital infidelity or sexually transmitted disease. | | | Carrying a bowl between her legs, she is left to fend for herself. |
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| | PLANetWIRE.org: NEW BILL TO FUND UNFPA FOR FISTULA |
| | This study examined hospitals in Africa, and their ability to treat cases of fistula and found that many additional resources are needed for adequate fistula care. | | | The United States must use its international prestige and resources for a source of healing, and this is their opportunity." | | | It is a disease brought on during labor without medical attention that leads to infant mortality, and serious urinary and bowel problems for the mother. |
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http://www.planetwire.org/details/4529?PHPSESSID=ba53c4159845edfcfd6cddb83369f8dc
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| | Global Health Council - Uganda Launches Campaign against Obstetric Fistula |
| | Victims suffer chronic incontinence and in nearly all cases the baby dies, according to UNFPA. | | | Through the campaign, 12 regional hospitals will receive much-needed equipment and supplies for to deal with "fistula," a preventable condition caused by prolonged and obstructed labour, coupled with a lack of appropriate medical intervention - typically a Caesarean section - to relieve it. | | | Global Health Council - Uganda Launches Campaign against Obstetric Fistula |
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| | List of obstetric topics |
| | Obstetrics is the study of the reproductive process within the female body, including fertilization, pregnancy and childbirth. | | | Set home page · Bookmark site · Add search |
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http://www.sciencedaily.com/encyclopedia/list_of_obstetric_topics
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| | WHO - Mediacentre - Ethiopia Photo page |
| | women from all over Africa following obstetric treatments. | | | All the pictures are free to download and to use, with the mention : COPYRIGHT - WHO / P. Obstetric | | | To download a picture: click on the picture and use right button "save as" |
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| | UNFPA To Launch Obstetric Fistula Pilot Projects In Africa |
| | The U.N. Population Fund (UNFPA) has chosen Uganda and Nigeria as locations for pilot projects to combat obstetric fistula, an agency representative said in the Ugandan newspaper New Vision today. | | | If you are not a current subscriber to U.N. Wire, click here to sign up for this daily service about the United Nations and the world. | | | In related news, UNFPA donated $750,000 worth of vehicles, delivery beds and community workers' kits to the Ugandan government (Xinhua News Agency, Sept. 16). |
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| | The file you were looking for could not be found. | | | If you typed in the url, be sure the address is typed correctly. | | | FISTULA HOSPITAL ABOUT US HOW TO HELP PRESS ROOM |
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