Comparison of two classification systems for vesicovaginal fistula.

Introduction And Hypothesis: This study aims to compare the prognostic value of two obstetric fistula classification systems.

Methods: Prospective analysis of 202 patients evaluated for obstetric fistula (OF) at the General Referral Hospital of Panzi, Bukavu, DRC, from April through December 2009. Fistula classification using both Goh's and Waaldijk's systems, as well as preoperative, surgical, and follow-up assessment were included.