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Obstetric Fistula
Obstetric fistula is a condition where there is an abnormal opening between a woman’s vagina and bladder and/or rectum. This results in continuous leakage of urine (vesico-vaginal fistula) and/or feces (recto-vaginal fistula). The primary cause of obstetric fistula is prolonged obstructed labor. When a woman’s pelvis is too narrow for the fetus to pass through, and emergency obstetric care is not accessible, the pressure from the fetal head can damage the soft tissues around the vagina, rectum, and bladder.
Women living with obstetric fistula in Nigeria face significant challenges:
-They are often ostracized and abandoned by their families and friends.
– Stigmatization and discrimination lead to feelings of depression, loneliness, and a loss of self-esteem and identity.
– The constant leakage of urine or feces affects their physical and mental well-being.
The National Obstetric Fistula Centre Ningi, Bauchi State was established on 24th March 2014 by the Federal Government of Nigeria and our primary mandate was Prevention, Treatment, Rehabilitation, Training and Research in Obstetric Fistula and related ailments that affects women in the Northeast of Nigeria.
The center conducts about 500 to 1000 Fistula successfully surgeries each year. It additionally conducts Ante Natal Care and caesarean deliveries for all pregnant fistula repaired clients free of charge. Clients of the Centre come from all over Northeast and other distant Nigerian states due to the relative peace that is enjoined in Bauchi State. Other services planned to be offered in the Centre from 1st October 2022 are General Outpatient services, maternal services, Child Health services and reproductive Health services.
The hospital has 2 wards that are 100-bedded each, giving us a total of 200 bed capacity. It has a clinical Complex that houses all the consulting rooms, doctors’ offices, seminar rooms, record unit and radiology unit.
FAQ
Are all services provided free?
No, Some services provided are payed Services.
Does the center has a working laboratory?
Yes, the Centre has a full functioning Labrotary
Does the center provides CS Services?
Yes, the Centre provides payed CS services
Does the center has a GOPD department?
There is a GOPD Department that attends to general patients.
Does the center operates during weekends?
The Centre operates on 24/7 meaning 24 hours a day whole week.