What causes bladder fistula?

The occurrence of bladder fistula may be related to trauma or surgery, radiation therapy, infectious diseases and other factors. The relevant explanations are as follows:

1. Trauma or surgical

abdominal trauma, hysterectomy, prostatectomy, malignant tumor resection, etc. may cause bladder tissue damage, which may lead to bladder fistula.

2. Radiation therapy

In radiotherapy, if the bladder receives excessive doses of radiation, it may cause tissue damage and cause bladder fistula.

3. Infectious diseases

Cystitis, bladder tuberculosis and other diseases, if not treated in time, can lead to bladder tissue damage and abnormal connection with surrounding organs, forming bladder fistula.