Bladder And Small Intestine Fistulas Symptoms
A gastrointestinal fistula is an abnormal opening that allows the contents of the stomach or intestines to leak.
- If it leaks through to a part of the intestines, it is called an entero-enteral fistula.
- If it leaks to through to the skin, it is called an enterocutaneous fistula.
Alternative Names
Entero-enteral fistula; Enterocutaneous fistula; Fistula - gastrointestinal
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
Most gastrointestinal fistulas occur after surgery. Other causes include:
- Gastrointestin...
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