Vaginal Fistulas

Overview

Mayo Clinic doctors trained in women's reproductive disorders (gynecologists and urogynecologists) and urinary disorders (urologists) treat vaginal fistulas. Mayo Clinic doctors with special training in the treatment of colon and rectal problems (colorectal surgeons) also specialize in treating vaginal fistulas.

A vaginal fistula is an abnormal opening in your vagina that connects it to another organ such as your bladder or colon. Whatever the cause of your fistula, you may need to have it closed by a surgeon to restore your normal function.

Why choose Mayo Clinic

• Experience. Mayo Clinic doctors perform more than 100 fistula repairs each year.
• Expertise. Doctors at Mayo Clinic help train new surgeons to do pelvic reconstructive surgery for women.
• Team approach. Integrated teams of doctors include gynecologists, urogynecologists, urologists and colorectal surgeons at Mayo Clinic in Arizona, Florida and Minnesota.

Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minn., ranks No. 1 for gynecology in the U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals rankings. Mayo Clinic in Scottsdale, Ariz., is ranked among the best hospitals for gynecology by U.S. News & World Report.