Erschienen in:
01.06.2011 | Review Article
Uncommon acquired fistulae involving the digestive system: summary of data
verfasst von:
I. Ashkenazi, O. Olsha, B. Kessel, M. M. Krausz, R. Alfici
Erschienen in:
European Journal of Trauma and Emergency Surgery
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Ausgabe 3/2011
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Abstract
Purpose
Most gastrointestinal fistulae commonly occur following surgery. A minority is caused by a myriad of other etiologies and is termed by some as “uncommon fistulae”. The aim of this study was to review these fistulae and their treatment.
Methods
A literature review was carried out. Searches were conducted in Pubmed and related references reviewed.
Results
Except for Crohn’s disease and diverticulitis, “uncommon fistulae” are described in case reports or very small case series. Most of the patients were treated by surgery.
Conclusions
The anatomic features of the fistula and the etiology usually dictate the approach. Most patients will eventually need surgery to resolve this pathology.