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. 2010 Sep;23(3):209-20.
doi: 10.1055/s-0030-1263062.

Complications of enterocutaneous fistulas and their management

Lara J Williams  1 , Shahram Zolfaghari, Robin P Boushey
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Complications of enterocutaneous fistulas and their management

Lara J Williams et al. Clin Colon Rectal Surg. 2010 Sep.

Abstract

Complications related to enterocutaneous fistulas are common and include sepsis, malnutrition, and fluid or electrolyte abnormalities. Intestinal failure is one of the most feared complications of enterocutaneous fistula management and results in significant patient morbidity and mortality. The authors review emerging trends in the medical and surgical management of patients with intestinal failure.

Keywords: Enterocutaneous fistula; intestinal failure; intestinal transplantation; short bowel syndrome.

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