title: An anatomic classification of rectovaginal septal defects.
abstract: A classification of anatomic defects of the rectovaginal septum secondary to obstetric and/or surgical trauma is presented. Five distinct types are described on the basis of the location of the fistula and the associated anatomic alteration. A review of 57 patients based on this classification showed its applicability to preoperative management and surgical technique utilized.
mesh_terms: D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007744:Obstetric Labor Complications; D010502:Perineum; D011247:Pregnancy; D012006:Rectovaginal Fistula / Q000145:classification* / Q000209:etiology / Q000473:pathology; D012007:Rectum / Q000473:pathology; D013514:Surgical Procedures, Operative / Q000009:adverse effects; D014621:Vagina / Q000473:pathology