Conclusion:
In conclusion, risk of perioperative blood transfusions was
approximately 6%. Women whose fistulas were approached abdominally were
at higher risk for requiring perioperative blood transfusion. The
borderline relationship between timing of fistula repair and blood
transfusion may warrant further study. Identification of patients who
may be at higher risk for requiring blood transfusions may help in
preoperative planning in low resource settings.