Impact of Beyond Fistula programming on economic, psychosocial and empowerment outcomes following female genital fistula repair: A retrospective study.

Alison Marie El AyadiJessica AlwayDebra MatityahuCeline KichwenSusan WilsonHillary Mabeya

Published in: International journal of gynaecology and obstetrics: the official organ of the International Federation of Gynaecology and Obstetrics (2023)

Beyond Fistula programming likely improved economic status, psychosocial status, and empowerment of participants. Post-surgical interventions incorporating a holistic approach can advance recovery through supporting psychosocial and economic wellbeing and should be offered to women undergoing genital fistula repair.

Keyphrases

mental health
polycystic ovary syndrome
physical activity
life cycle
adipose tissue
skeletal muscle
insulin resistance
pregnancy outcomes