title: A method of repair of recurrent recto-vesico-prostatic fistula following prostatectomy.
abstract: A recto-vesico-prostatic fistula is a rare complication of prostatectomy. Because of its rarity the literature on the subject is scanty and an individual surgeon's experience in the field is limited. Recurrence of such fistulas are common after repair, posing a difficult problem for the surgeon. A method of repair is presented, which is a combination of procedures based on sound surgical principles. This repair also holds a promise of cure for recurrent fistulas.
mesh_terms: D003125:Colostomy; D005402:Fistula / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D011183:Postoperative Complications / Q000601:surgery*; D011468:Prostatectomy / Q000009:adverse effects*; D011469:Prostatic Diseases / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery*; D012003:Rectal Fistula / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery*; D001747:Urinary Bladder Fistula / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery*