Abstract
Obstetric fistula is a growing problem in Sub-Saharan Africa, affecting the poorest and most vulnerable women. Currently in Uganda and many other African countries, obstetric fistula is mostly being repaired in surgical camps, as opposed to elective surgeries in local hospitals by local surgeons. There are many reasons for this including inadequate financial backing of the healthcare system, difficulty in mobilising affected women, and overworked and underpaid doctors and nurses. Until systemic changes are made to the Ugandan healthcare system and obstetric care, non-governmental organisations and foreign doctors will be needed to fill in the gaps.
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