What’s an enterocutaneous fistula?

Enterocutaneous fistula is an abnormal connection between the intestine and skin, caused by surgery, injury, or illness. Symptoms include fever, abdominal tenderness, and drainage of intestinal matter. Treatment involves draining the wound, antibiotics, and surgery if necessary. The fatality rate is 5-20%. An enterocutaneous fistula is an abnormal connection between the large or small intestine […]

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