In the Oti Region, urgent medical interventions are being coordinated to treat two women diagnosed with obstetric fistula, a debilitating condition resulting from prolonged and obstructed childbirth.
Ms. Veronica Kaka, the Oti Regional Public Health Nurse, confirmed to the Ghana News Agency (GNA) that the Ghana Health Service, in partnership with the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), is mobilizing resources to provide surgical repairs to restore the affected women’s health and dignity.
Fistula, caused by an abnormal opening between the birth canal and adjacent organs such as the bladder or intestines, leads to uncontrollable leakage of urine and stool. This condition not only causes severe physical discomfort but also subjects women to emotional trauma and social stigma.
Due to a shortage of specialist surgeons in the region, patients will be referred to larger medical centers in urban areas for treatment. Ms. Kaka urged women experiencing similar symptoms to seek immediate medical care, emphasizing the importance of early diagnosis and support.
This intervention highlights ongoing efforts to improve maternal health outcomes in Oti and reinforces the commitment of health authorities and international partners to tackle obstetric fistula and its impact on women’s quality of life.
