Background The care and outcome of enterocutaneous fistula (ECF) have improved greatly
over several decades due to revolutionary advances in nutrition, along with dramatic …

Background Enterocutaneous fistula (ECF) is an abnormal communication between the
gastrointestinal tract and skin, with a myriad of etiologies and therapeutic options …

Objective To analyze postoperative outcomes, morbidity, and mortality following
enterocutaneous fistula (ECF) takedown. Design, Setting, and Patients Retrospective review …

The appearance of enteric contents from an abdominal incision is a devastating
complication and can be emotionally distressing for both the patient and the operative …

Background: An enterocutaneous fistula (ECF) is an aberrant connection between the
gastrointestinal tract and the skin or atmosphere (enteroatmospheric fistula [EAF]) …

Background. We aimed to determine the efficacy of fistuloclysis in patients with high‐output
upper enteric fistula (EF). Methods. Patients were assigned into the fistuloclysis group (n …

There are very few clinical studies that highlight a definitive and comprehensive guideline
for the management of enterocutaneous fistulas. Most accepted guidelines are found in …

Aim Enterocutaneous fistula (ECF) presents a complex management problem with
significant mortality and morbidity. The aim of this study was to assess the outcome of …

Despite advances in medical technology and surgical care, the management of
enterocutaneous fistulas remains one of the most challenging problems faced by physicians …

Full thickness gastrointestinal defects such as perforations, leaks, and fistulae are a
relatively common result of many of the endoscopic and surgical procedures performed in …