Table 1 Community messages used pre-screening
From: Community-based screening for obstetric fistula in Nigeria: a novel approach
Message 1 | The continuous leakage of urine or faeces or both through woman’s private part is called a fistula. |
Message 2 | This condition can be completely treated through surgical operation in the hospital. |
Message 3 | The women who are identified with this condition at the screening will be operated free of charge. |
Message 4 | Women with other forms of leakage not related to fistula will be referred to other hospitals to get treatment, where they shall bear the cost of transportation and operations. |