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Abebe SA, Gashaw ZM, Ayichew Z, Angaw DA, Kindie EA. Prevalence and associated factors of depression among women with advanced pelvic organ prolapse in Northwest Ethiopia: cross-sectional study. BMC Womens Health 2024; 24:313. [PMID: 38816695 PMCID: PMC11137946 DOI: 10.1186/s12905-024-03162-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/16/2023] [Accepted: 05/27/2024] [Indexed: 06/01/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Depression is a symptom characterized by sadness, loss of interest or pleasure, feelings of guilt or low self-worth, disturbed sleep or appetite, feelings of tiredness and poor concentration. One of the most common mental illnesses in the world and a major contributor to morbidity and mortality is depression. The purpose of this study was to ascertain the prevalence of depression and the risk factors associated with it in women who had advanced pelvic organ prolapse. METHODS A facility-based cross-sectional study was conducted to determine depression among advanced pelvic organ prolapse women at Gondar University Comprehensive Specialized Hospital. All women who have advanced pelvic organ prolapse were consecutively included till it reached a total of 367 participants over four months. A structured questionnaire was used to obtain the sociodemographic characteristics, clinical characteristics and depression status of the participants. Depression measures were obtained by using the Patient Health Questionnaire tool, which is validated in the Ethiopian local language for chronic illnesses including pelvic organ prolapse using a cut point of five and above, which is considered to indicate depression. Women who screened positive were linked to a psychiatric clinic for further evaluation and treatment. Data was entered into a computer using Epi Info version 3.5.3 and then exported to STATA version 14 for analysis. Multivariable logistic regressions were fitted and odds ratios with 95% confidence intervals with a P value less than 0.05 were used to identify statistically significant factors. RESULTS The prevalence of depression was found to be 47.1% (95% CI: 43-52%). Being rural (AOR = 4.8; CI: 1.11-16.32), having a history of divorce because of pelvic organ prolapse (AOR = 5.5; CI: 1.85-16.32) and having a history of urinary symptoms (AOR = 3.1; CI: 1.12-8.59) were found to be independently associated with depression. CONCLUSIONS The prevalence of depression among women with advanced pelvic organ prolapse in this study is high as compared to other studies. Depression screening strategies should be designed for the early identification and treatment of depression among women with advanced pelvic organ prolapse.
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- Sileshi Ayele Abebe
- Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, School of Medicine, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Gondar, Gondar, Ethiopia.
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- Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, School of Medicine, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Gondar, Gondar, Ethiopia
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- Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, School of Medicine, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Gondar, Gondar, Ethiopia
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- Department of Public Health, School of Medicine, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Gondar, Gondar, Ethiopia
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- Department of Pathology, School of Medicine, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Gondar, Gondar, Ethiopia
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Abebe D, Kure MA, Demssie EA, Mesfin S, Demena M, Dheresa M. One in ten ever-married women who visited health facilities for various reasons have pelvic organ prolapse in Harari regional state, Eastern Ethiopia. BMC Womens Health 2022; 22:223. [PMID: 35690856 PMCID: PMC9188719 DOI: 10.1186/s12905-022-01817-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/09/2021] [Accepted: 06/03/2022] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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Background
Pelvic organ prolapse remains a neglected public health problem in developing countries. The burden of pelvic organ prolapse varies by region and ranges from 9 to 20%. It poses an impact on women’s quality of life and affects their role at the community and family level. Although it has negative consequences and extensive burden, the true feature of pelvic organ prolapse is not well known among ever-married women attending health facilities for various reasons in the study area. Therefore, this study was aimed to assess the magnitude of pelvic organ prolapse and associated factors among ever-married women attending health care services in public Hospitals, Eastern Ethiopia.
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A facility-based cross-sectional study design was conducted from March 4th to April 5th, 2020 among 458 ever-married women attending public Hospitals in Harar town, Eastern Ethiopia. The study subjects were selected through systematic sampling. The data were collected using a structured questionnaire through face-to-face interviews. Data were analyzed using SPSS version 22 (IBM SPSS Statistics, 2013). The prevalence was reported by proportion and summary measures. Predictors were assessed using a multivariable logistic regression analysis model and reported using an adjusted odds ratio with 95% CI. Statistical significance was declared at p-value < 0.05.
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Of 458 women enrolled in the study, 10.5% of them had pelvic organ prolapse based on women’s reporting of symptoms. History of lifting heavy objects [AOR = 3.22, 95% CI (1.56, 6.67)], history of chronic cough [AOR = 2.51, 95% CI (1.18, 5.31)], maternal age of greater than or equal to 55 years [AOR = 3.51, 95% CI (1.04, 11.76)], history chronic constipation (AOR = 3.77, 95% CI (1.54, 9.22) and no history of contraceptive utilization [AOR = 2.41, 95% CI (1.13, 5.05)] were significantly associated with pelvic organ prolapse.
Conclusion
In this study, one in ten ever-married women who visited health facilities for various reasons have pelvic organ prolapse. Modifiable and non-modifiable risk factors were identified. This result provides a clue to give due consideration to primary and secondary prevention through various techniques.
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Tsagkaris C, Matiashova L, Romash I, Papadakis M, Tymkiv I, Blyzniuk M, Trompoukis C. HYSTERICAL APNEA IN THE WORK OF GALEN (CA 129 - 199 AD): GENDER EQUITY IN THE HISTORY OF PSYCHOSOMATIC MEDICINE. WIADOMOSCI LEKARSKIE (WARSAW, POLAND : 1960) 2022; 75:1920-1923. [PMID: 36089880 DOI: 10.36740/wlek202208118] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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OBJECTIVE The aim: To presents clinical, epidemiological and pathophysiological aspects of the disease described by Galenos of Pergamon during the 2nd century AD and discusses its implications on contemporary discourse on gender equity and gender - based discrimination. PATIENTS AND METHODS Materials and methods: The authors searched original medical texts written in Greek language and attributed to Galenos for records related to hysterical apnea. CONCLUSION Conclusions: Galen attempted to interpret hysterical apnea by combining clinical and epidemiological observations with anatomical and functional lesions. His approach denounced the anatomically unsound notion of the wandering womb and availed the knowledge of his period in a rational manner. Investigating gender - related aspects of contemporary psychosomatic conditions related to fertility and pregnancy can help address gender - based discrimination in modern societies.
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- L.T. MALA NIT NATIONAL ACADEMY OF MEDICAL SCIENCES OF UKRAINE, KHARKIV, UKRAINE
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- IVANO-FRANKIVSK NATIONAL MEDICAL UNIVERSITY, IVANO-FRANKIVSK, UKRAINE
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- IVANO-FRANKIVSK NATIONAL MEDICAL UNIVERSITY, IVANO-FRANKIVSK, UKRAINE
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- IVANO-FRANKIVSK NATIONAL MEDICAL UNIVERSITY, IVANO-FRANKIVSK, UKRAINE
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Delamou A, Douno M, Bouédouno P, Millimono S, Barry TH, Tripathi V, Diallo M. Social Immersion for Women After Repair for Obstetric Fistula: An Experience in Guinea. Front Glob Womens Health 2021; 2:713350. [PMID: 34816239 PMCID: PMC8593980 DOI: 10.3389/fgwh.2021.713350] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/22/2021] [Accepted: 07/05/2021] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Background: Reintegration of women after repair of their female genital fistula remains a challenge. The objective of this study was to document the medical pathway and the reintegration process of women through the “social immersion” program of EngenderHealth in Kissidougou and Labé (Guinea). Methods: This was a qualitative descriptive study with 55 participants, including women seeking fistula care and stakeholders involved in the social immersion for repaired women in Kissidougou and Labé. The study included collecting demographic and clinical data of women, interviews with women before and after surgery, after social immersion, and 3 months post-discharge. Municipal officials, health providers, and members of host families were also interviewed. The study protocol was approved by the Guinea National Ethics Committee for Health Research. Results: The study confirmed that obstetric fistula still occurs among women living in rural and underserved areas. Most women attended at least two to five antenatal care visits, but nine over 10 reported a tragic experience of child loss associated with the occurrence of fistula. Most of them received support from their husband/partner during referral after the obstructed labor and later in the search for treatment. Women and stakeholders reported a good experience of surgery and social immersion in both Kissidougou and Labé. About 3 months after discharge, women who were continent reported being happy with their new life compared to women discharged with repair failure and residual incontinence. Conclusion: The study found the positive impacts of social immersion on the quality of life of women after fistula repair, particularly for those women who had a successful repair. The approach can be included in fistula care programs, either through direct provision or through referral to programs that can provide this service.
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- Alexandre Delamou
- Centre National de Formation et de Recherche en Santé Rurale de Maferinyah, Forécariah, Guinea.,Africa Centre of Excellence (CEA-PCMT), University Gamal Abdel Nasser of Conakry, Conakry, Guinea
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- Africa Centre of Excellence (CEA-PCMT), University Gamal Abdel Nasser of Conakry, Conakry, Guinea
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- Centre National de Formation et de Recherche en Santé Rurale de Maferinyah, Forécariah, Guinea
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Thayalan K, Krause H, Goh J. A retrospective case series on transvaginal repair of rectovaginal fistula performed by a urogynaecology operative team in Australia. Aust N Z J Obstet Gynaecol 2021; 62:263-267. [PMID: 34611895 DOI: 10.1111/ajo.13444] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/15/2021] [Revised: 09/06/2021] [Accepted: 09/17/2021] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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BACKGROUND Rectovaginal fistula (RVF) is an abnormal epithelialised connection between the rectum and vagina. It is a common condition in limited resource settings and is caused almost exclusively by obstetric injury. In contrast, RVF is uncommonly seen in high resource settings. AIMS This study aims to review the aetiology and effectiveness of RVF management in the high resource setting, identifying predictors for repair success and long-term outcomes. MATERIALS AND METHODS A retrospective case series study of patients who underwent transvaginal RVF repairs at two secondary healthcare facilities over a 14-year period by one operative group. RESULTS A total of 41 patients underwent 46 surgical repairs. All patients presented with flatal and/or faecal incontinence and aetiology was identifiable in 78.0% (n = 32). Obstetric cause was implicated in 26.8% (n = 11) and other causes include 26.8% (n = 11) from vaginal and abdominal surgery, 14.6% (n = 6) from perianal abscess, 7.32% (n = 3) as complications of Crohn's disease and 2.44% (n = 1) as a complication of a cube pessary. Fistula was cured in 38 of 41 cases (92.7%) with a primary repair closure rate of 80.5% (n = 33). Post-operative symptoms were limited to flatal incontinence in 4.88% (n = 2), faecal incontinence in 2.44% (n = 1), and persistent perineal pain in 7.32% (n = 3). The success of the surgical repair was not significantly impacted by fistula size, aetiology, presence of a stoma for diversion, history of prior repair, duration since RVF formation or repair technique. CONCLUSIONS This review identifies aetiology for RVF in the high resource setting and highlights the role of earlier surgical repair to minimise patient morbidity with good success in closure and reduction of post-operative symptoms.
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- Krishanthy Thayalan
- Obstetrics and Gynaecology Trainee, Mater Mothers' Hospital, South Brisbane, QLD, Australia
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- Greenslopes Private Hospital, Brisbane, QLD, Australia.,Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Hospital, Brisbane, QLD, Australia
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- Greenslopes Private Hospital, Brisbane, QLD, Australia.,Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Hospital, Brisbane, QLD, Australia.,Griffith University, Gold Coast, QLD, Australia
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Kayondo M, Kaye DK, Migisha R, Tugume R, Kato PK, Lugobe HM, Geissbüehler V. Impact of surgery on quality of life of Ugandan women with symptomatic pelvic organ prolapse: a prospective cohort study. BMC WOMENS HEALTH 2021; 21:258. [PMID: 34172043 PMCID: PMC8228931 DOI: 10.1186/s12905-021-01397-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/18/2021] [Accepted: 06/16/2021] [Indexed: 12/04/2022]
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Background Pelvic organ prolapse (POP) is a significant public health issue that negatively affects the Quality of Life (QOL) of women in both low and high-income countries. About 20% of women will undergo surgery for POP over their lifetime. However, there is a paucity of information on the effect of surgery on QOL especially in resource-limited settings. We therefore assessed the QOL among women with symptomatic POP living in rural southwestern Uganda and the impact of surgery on their quality of life. Methods We conducted a prospective cohort study among 120 women with symptomatic POP scheduled for surgery at the urogynecology unit of Mbarara Regional Referral Hospital. The QOL at baseline and at 1 year after surgery in the domains of physical performance, social interaction, emotional state, sexual life, sleep quality, personal hygiene and urinary bladder function was determined using a King’s Quality of Life questionnaire. A paired t-test was used to compare the difference in mean scores at baseline and at 1-year post-surgery. Results Of the 120 participants that were enrolled at baseline, 117(98%) completed the follow-up period of 1 year. The baseline QOL was poor. The domains with the poorest QOL were physical, social, sexual, emotional and sleep quality. The mean QOL scores in all the domains and the overall QOL significantly improved 1 year after surgery (p < 0.001). The overall QOL improved by 38.9% after surgery (p < 0.001). Conclusions The QOL was poor among women with symptomatic POP and surgery improved the QOL in all the domains of life. We recommend that surgery as an option for treatment of symptomatic POP should be scaled up to improve on the QOL of these women.
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- Musa Kayondo
- Faculty of Medicine, Mbarara University of Science and Technology, P.O.BOX 1410, Mbarara, Uganda. .,Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Mbarara Regional Referral Hospital, P.O.BOX 40, Mbarara, Uganda.
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Makerere University College of Health Sciences, Kampala, Uganda
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- Department of Physiology, Mbarara University of Science and Technology, P.O.BOX 1410, Mbarara, Uganda
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- Faculty of Medicine, Mbarara University of Science and Technology, P.O.BOX 1410, Mbarara, Uganda.,Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Mbarara Regional Referral Hospital, P.O.BOX 40, Mbarara, Uganda
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- Faculty of Medicine, Mbarara University of Science and Technology, P.O.BOX 1410, Mbarara, Uganda.,Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Mbarara Regional Referral Hospital, P.O.BOX 40, Mbarara, Uganda
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- Faculty of Medicine, Mbarara University of Science and Technology, P.O.BOX 1410, Mbarara, Uganda.,Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Mbarara Regional Referral Hospital, P.O.BOX 40, Mbarara, Uganda
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Surgical repair and follow-up of chronic 4th degree obstetric perineal tear (total perineal defect) in 2 centres in eastern Africa. Int Urogynecol J 2021; 32:2437-2442. [PMID: 34003311 PMCID: PMC8129957 DOI: 10.1007/s00192-021-04841-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/10/2021] [Accepted: 05/03/2021] [Indexed: 11/12/2022]
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Introduction and hypothesis Fourth-degree perineal tear occurs in up to 0.2% of vaginal deliveries. In limited resource communities, women often deliver in local villages without facilities to repair obstetric anal sphincter injuries. These fourth-degree tears heal by secondary intention and result in total perineal defects. The aim of the study is to present medium-term follow-up of a large number of women following repair of chronic fourth-degree tear. Methods Repairs of chronic obstetric fourth-degree tears were undertaken during surgical camps at Kagando Hospital, Uganda and Selian Hospital, Tanzania, from December 2013 to October 2019. Women completed Cleveland Clinic Incontinence Scores (CCIS) on admission (face to face) and during the 7-year follow-up period (via telephone). Results Two hundred fourteen women had medical history and CCIS completed on admission. The mean age at presentation was 33.9 years and mean duration of the condition was 8.9 years. Over a third of women stated they suffered social abandonment because of the unrepaired fourth-degree tear. Nearly 45% of women suffered the tear during the first vaginal delivery. At 1-year follow-up, 87% of 101 women scored 0 (perfect continence) and 94% of 66 women had perfect continence at 2 years. Forty-one births occurred during the follow-up period (32 vaginal deliveries) with two recurrences of fourth-degree tear. Conclusions Follow-up in limited resource communities is challenging. Short- to medium-term results of women who had repair of total perineal defect (unrepaired fourth-degree obstetric tears) are encouraging.
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Ntakwinja M, Borazjani A, Vodusek Z, Tambwe AM, Mukwege D. Surgical management of pelvic organ prolapse in a high-volume resource-limited setting. Int J Gynaecol Obstet 2021; 156:145-150. [PMID: 33754341 DOI: 10.1002/ijgo.13684] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/06/2020] [Revised: 03/05/2021] [Accepted: 03/19/2021] [Indexed: 11/10/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To describe the care pathway of patients with pelvic organ prolapse in a high-volume resource-limited setting and characterize patients undergoing surgery. METHODS The patient care pathway at a large referral hospital in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo was determined through interviews with key personnel. Patients with apical prolapse (with or without anterior/posterior prolapse) who underwent surgery between January and December 2018 were included. Demographics and outcomes were characterized. Data were presented as means (standard deviation [SD]), medians (interquartile range), or number (percentages). RESULTS A holistic care model was described. During the study period, 772 patients underwent prolapse repairs, 235 met inclusion criteria. Mean age was 55 (±14) years, and 75% (176/235) were postmenopausal. Median parity was 7 (5-9). A majority (56%, 131/233) had body mass index <18.5 (calculated as weight in kilograms divided by the square of height in meters). Most were farmers (77%, 182/235) and had no formal education (76%, 178/235). Postmenopausal patients underwent hysterectomy, whereas premenopausal patients were treated with uterine-preserving techniques. Most repairs were performed vaginally (96%, 225/235), and 40% (94/234) had concurrent multicompartment repairs. Most common complications were hemorrhage (4%, 9/235, intraoperative) and urinary tract infection (5%, 11/235, postoperative). CONCLUSION High-volume surgical services for treating prolapse can be integrated into existing healthcare delivery models. Our demographic of patients differs from studies in high-income countries. The degree to which these studies can be generalized to patients in settings similar to ours represents an opportunity for further research.
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- Mukanire Ntakwinja
- Panzi General Referral Hospital, Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo.,Université Evangelique en Afrique, Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo
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- Global Innovations for Reproductive Health & Life, Washington, DC, USA.,Georgetown University School of Medicine, Washington, DC, USA
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- Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, New Brunswick, NJ, USA
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- Panzi General Referral Hospital, Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo.,Université Evangelique en Afrique, Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo
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Beshah DT, Worku AG, Mengistu MY, Azale T. Psychological wellbeing of women after surgical correction of obstetric fistula in Northwest Ethiopia: a pre-post design. Women Health 2020; 61:199-209. [PMID: 32895029 DOI: 10.1080/03630242.2020.1818669] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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The physical problems associated with fistula result in psychological alteration. This study was aimed to assess whether psychological wellbeing of women with fistula after surgical treatment differ from that of before treatment. Institution-based pre-post follow-up design was conducted. Self-reported incontinence and psychological wellbeing score were assessed. Data were analyzed using Stata 12. Paired t-test and multiple linear regressions were fitted to identify variables correlate with the score difference. In this study, 117 women were interviewed giving response rate of 98.3 percent. Their mean (±sd) age was 27.13 ± 5.37 years. On admission, all women had urinary or fecal incontinence and their mean psychological score was 31.1 (95 percent CI; 30.5-31.6). After treatment, however, 89.7 percent (n = 105) of women reported that they regained continence. Similarly, the mean psychological score has dropped to 18.05 (95 percent CI; 16.4-21.6, p < .001). Pre-treatment score, normal body weight, regaining continence, and getting counseling service were correlates of score difference. Psychological wellbeing of women with genital fistula was improved drastically after treatment. Establishing a system for early identification and treatment of cases could reduce prolonged psychological alteration.
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- Debrework Tesgera Beshah
- School of Nursing, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Gondar , Gondar, Ethiopia
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- Department of Reproductive Health, Institute of Public Health, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Gondar , Gondar, Ethiopia.,Amhara National Regional State Health Bureau , Bahir Dar, Ethiopia
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- Department of Health Systems and Policy, Institute of Public Health, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Gondar , Gondar, Ethiopia
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- Department of Health Education and Behavioral Sciences, Institute of Public Health, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Gondar , Gondar, Ethiopia
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Watt MH, Nguyen TV, Touré C, Traoré D, Wesson J, Baumgartner JN. Integrated mental health screening for obstetric fistula patients in Mali: From evidence to policy. PLoS One 2020; 15:e0238777. [PMID: 32886719 PMCID: PMC7473551 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0238777] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/18/2019] [Accepted: 08/24/2020] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Obstetric fistula significantly impacts women's mental health and well-being. Routine screening for mental health in fistula repair programs can be a gateway to link patients to services, and can produce routine data to inform programmatic investments. This study observed the integration of a mental health screening program into an obstetric fistula repair program in Mali, with two specific objectives: 1) to describe the social and mental health well-being of women presenting with obstetric fistulas in Mali, and 2) to document the impact of the mental health screening pilot on policy change in Mali. METHODS Seven fistula repair campaigns were conducted between June 2016 and May 2017. All individuals presenting for fistula repair completed a mental health assessment at intake, including a depression screener (PHQ-9) and an assessment of psycho-social impacts of fistula. The depression screener was repeated three months following inpatient discharge. Findings were shared with stakeholders in Mali and impacts on policy were documented. RESULTS Of 207 women who presented for fistula repair, 167 patients completed the mental health assessment at surgical intake, and 130 patients repeated the screener at 3-month follow-up. At intake, 36.5% of women had moderate or severe depression, decreasing to 16.9% at follow-up. The mean depression score differed significantly by timepoint (9.14 vs. 6.72, p <0.001). Results were shared in a report with stakeholders, and consultations with the Mali Ministry of Health. As a result of advocacy, mental health was a key component of Mali's National Fistula Prevention and Treatment Strategy (2018-2022). CONCLUSION The high prevalence of depression in Malian fistula patients underscores a need for more robust mental health support for patients after surgery. Data on mental health from routine screening informs community reintegration strategies for individual patients, elevates the overall quality of care of fistula repair programs by addressing patients' holistic health needs, and contributes to evidence-informed decision-making and data-driven policy change within the larger health system.
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- Melissa H. Watt
- Duke University, Durham, NC, United States of America
- University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT, United States of America
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- IntraHealth International, Inc., Chapel Hill, NC, United States of America
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Ai FF, Mao M, Zhang Y, Kang J, Zhu L. Effect of generalized anxiety disorders on the success of pessary treatment for pelvic organ prolapse. Int Urogynecol J 2018; 29:1147-1153. [PMID: 29478112 DOI: 10.1007/s00192-018-3562-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/07/2017] [Accepted: 01/10/2018] [Indexed: 12/01/2022]
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INTRODUCTION AND HYPOTHESIS Our aim was to evaluate the impact of generalized anxiety disorders (GAD) on the effectiveness of pessary treatment for pelvic organ prolapse (POP) in postmenopausal women. METHODS One-hundred and ten women with symptomatic POP who underwent pessary treatment were enrolled in this prospective study. Subjective evaluations of pelvic floor symptoms were assessed using the Pelvic Floor Distress Inventory (PFDI-20) and the Pelvic Floor Impact Questionnaire-7 (PFIQ-7), both at baseline and at the 3-month follow-up visit after pessary use. GAD was measured by the Generalized Anxiety Disorder-7 (GAD-7). Independent samples t tests, Mann-Whitney U test, chi-square test, Fisher's exact test, and Wilcoxon signed rank test were used to analyze data. RESULTS Twenty-one patients (20.6%) had GAD at baseline. After 3 months of pessary use, PFIQ-7, PFDI-20, and GAD scores were significantly improved in all participants (P < 0.001). In the GAD-negative group, total PFIQ-7 and PFDI-20 scores, including all subscales scores, were significantly decreased from baseline to posttreatment (P < 0.05). However, in the GAD-positive group, both PFIQ-7 and PFDI-20 scores, including subscales, were also significantly decreased from baseline to posttreatment (P < 0.05), except for subscale Colorectal-Anal Impact Questionnaire (CRAIQ-7) of PFIQ-7 (P = 0.225), which represented the impact on quality of life (QoL) from bowel dysfunction. CONCLUSIONS Both groups of women with or without GAD showed significant improvement in QoL scores after 3 months of pessary treatment. GAD had no influence on the success of pessary treatment for POP.
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- Fang-Fang Ai
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Peking Union Medical College, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Beijing, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Peking Union Medical College, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Beijing, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Peking Union Medical College, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Beijing, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Peking Union Medical College, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Beijing, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Peking Union Medical College, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Beijing, People's Republic of China. .,Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, No. 1 Shuaifu Road, Dongcheng District, Beijing, 100730, China.
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Ai FF, Zhu L, Mao M, Zhang Y, Kang J. Depressive symptoms affect outcomes of pessary use in postmenopausal women with uterine prolapse. Climacteric 2018; 21:184-188. [PMID: 29397780 DOI: 10.1080/13697137.2018.1430130] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
Affiliation(s)
- F.-F. Ai
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, PR China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, PR China
| | - M. Mao
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, PR China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, PR China
| | - J. Kang
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, PR China
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