Vesico Vaginal Fistula (VVF), commonly referred to as “fistula” is an abnormal hole extending between the bladder and the vagina that allows the continuous involuntary discharge of urine. It is as a result of long and obstructed labour. The fistula clinic was established to enable women access obstetric fistula treatment. The clinic is funded mainly by Fistula Foundation with additional support from Direct Relief, Funds for Fistula and Center for International Migration.
Patients usually come from the eight districts namely Apac, Ngora, Kaberamaido, Amolatar, Dokolo, Alebtong, Oyam and Pallisa districts. Outreach activities are carried out in coordination with District Health Officer (DHO) in the respective districts. VVF patients are mobilised by a team of dedicated community mobilisers based in various districts some of whom are former VVF patients. The community mobilizers are also involved during the outreach clinics conducted by the CoRSU VVF Surgeon and CBR Staff. In addition, community mobilisers also support in organizing transport of the patients scheduled for surgery and they accompany the groups to CoRSU.
Common conditions treated include;
- Perineal repair
- VVF repair
- Pelvic organ prolapse surgery
- Post VVF repair incontinence
- Recto Vaginal repairs
- Ureteric repair
Greetings from CoRSU Rehabilitation Hospital, and thank you so much for the good partnership, working relationship and cooperation that exist between us in support of CoRSU's Vision and Mission. On behalf of the Board of Directors, Management and Staff of CoRSU Rehabilitation Hospital, I regret to inform you of the departure of Mr. Davide Naggi who has been CoRSU's CEO for the past 5 years (2017-2022) but has moved on from CoRSU's service at the end of September 2022 after completing service of his last employment contract. Working with Davide has been an incredibly insightful experience and we appreciate his distinguished service at CoRSU Hospital particularly his commendable efforts in expanding the Hospital's network of donors and partners and standing with the indigene patients over the years. As we move forward, we will continue building onto his achievements, and we wish him the very best in his future endeavors.
Dr. Emmanuel Luyirika