Tropical Medicine & Surgery

Robert Wallace

Publications

• Research Article
  Developing a Simple Proof of Concept Clinical Decision-Making Tool for Predicting Surgical Outcomes after Obstetric Fistula Repair in a Developing Country
  Author(s): Bio Tamou Sambo, Celestin Missikpode, Kabibou Salifou, Adrien Hodonou, Emile Mensah, Alexandre Allode, Christian Johnson, Audrey Saftlas and Robert WallaceBio Tamou Sambo, Celestin Missikpode, Kabibou Salifou, Adrien Hodonou, Emile Mensah, Alexandre Allode, Christian Johnson, Audrey Saftlas and Robert Wallace
  
  Introduction: Obstetric fistula is a serious injury resulting from obstructed labor causing significant maternal morbidity in women in developing countries. In order to maximize probability of successful surgical repair, it is important to identify women at-risk for poor surgical outcomes so that they can be given appropriate care. The goal of this study is to explore additional factors associated with fistula repair outcomes, as well as determine whether statistical modeling can be used to create a clinical decision-making tool for predicting a successful repair. Methods: Medical records for 82 patients surgically treated for obstetric fistula in Benin were retrospectively reviewed to collect demographic and clinical information related to their condition and procedure. Individuals wer.. View More»
  

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