PURPOSE:
This study was designed to repair a recurrent rectovaginal fistula using a new surgical approach that incorporates a Surgisis
mesh.
METHODS:
A 63-year-old female with a history of recurrent rectovaginal fistula, which was treated originally by a traditional mucosal advancement flap technique, underwent a surgical procedure in which a biocompatible mesh was incorporated into the repair.RESULTS:
The patient was symptom-free one-year after the procedure.CONCLUSIONS:
Surgery for recurrent rectovaginal fistula incorporating a Surgisis
mesh can be used as an innovative option.
Key words Recurrent rectovaginal fistula - Surgical repair - Surgisis mesh - Surgical technique