Intestinal Fistula
| Definition: |
An abnormal anatomical passage between the INTESTINE, and another segment of the intestine or other organs. External intestinal fistula is connected to the SKIN (enterocutaneous fistula). Internal intestinal fistula can be connected to a number of organs, such as STOMACH (gastrocolic fistula), the BILIARY TRACT (cholecystoduodenal fistula), or the BLADDER of the URINARY TRACT (colovesical fistula). Risk factors include inflammatory processes, cancer, radiation treatment, and surgical misadventures (MEDICAL ERRORS). |
| Notes: |
fistula policy: Manual 23.19+; RECTAL FISTULA & RECTOVAGINAL FISTULA are also available |
| Also Called: |
Cholecystoduodenal Fistula,Colovesical Fistula,Enterocutaneous Fistula |
Intestinal Fistula Categories.
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Rectal Fistula - An abnormal anatomical passage connecting the RECTUM to the outside, with an orifice at the site of drainage. |
Intestinal Fistula Definitions and Terms
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