A discussion session on the Importance of a Proper Registry System in Combatting Obstetric Fistula
AdSEARCH has organised an expert panel discussion session emphasising the crucial role of a strong registry system in documenting information and monitoring health programmes, with the potential to significantly reduce cases of obstetric fistula in a workshop on the development of a fistula service.
The session commenced with a welcome speech delivered by Prof. Dr Sayeba Akhter. Later on, Lubna Hossain provided an overview of national registries on Maternal, Newborn, and Child Health (MNCH). Md. Ashraful Alam demonstrated the data-capturing platform for fistula services, highlighting its significance in streamlining information management.
Ahmed Ehsanur Rahman led a session on the development of the Fistula Register, shedding light on the strategies to enhance its efficacy and accessibility. The workshop concluded with an open discussion, allowing participants to exchange insights and address pertinent concerns. Prominent gynaecologists of the country, GoB representatives, UN bodies representatives, NGO/INGO’s representatives and experts were present at the workshop. Anisuddin Ahmed concluded the proceedings with a vote of thanks, expressing gratitude to all stakeholders for their contributions and participation.
With technical support from AdSEARCH, MIFWOH conducted one of the largest community-based household surveys in Bangladesh considering more than 60,000 women of reproductive age with a birth history as participants of the survey. AdSEARCH is contributing to the development of a digital registrar system to strengthen the documentation for obstetric fistula.
Major Attendee:
Prof. Dr Sayeba Akhter, CEO, MAMM's Institute of Fistula and Women's Health (MIFWOH)
Lubna Hossain, Study Physician, icddr,b
Md. Ashraful Alam, Programmer, icddr,b
Ahmed Ehsanur Rahman, Scientist, MCHD, icddr,b
