Gastrocolic fistulae as a consequence of benign gastric ulcer disease

Gastrocolic fistulae as a consequence of benign gastric ulcer disease

Gastrocolic fistulae are a rare entity, occurring most commonly in the context of a malignant process or less frequently as a complication of a benign gastric ulcer. Presenting symptoms tend to be nonspecific, but the diagnosis can be confirmed with near certainty by barium enema examination or an u...

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Published in:Canadian journal of gastroenterology Vol. 17; no. 7; pp. 441 - 443
Main Authors: Marschall, Jeff, Bigsby, Richard, Nechala, Patrik
Format: Journal Article
Language:English
Published: Canada Hindawi Limited 01-07-2003
Subjects:
Aged
Aged, 80 and over
Barium Sulfate
Enema
Female
Gastric Fistula - diagnosis
Gastric Fistula - etiology
Humans
Intestinal Fistula - diagnosis
Intestinal Fistula - etiology
Stomach Ulcer - complications
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Summary:Gastrocolic fistulae are a rare entity, occurring most commonly in the context of a malignant process or less frequently as a complication of a benign gastric ulcer. Presenting symptoms tend to be nonspecific, but the diagnosis can be confirmed with near certainty by barium enema examination or an upper gastrointestinal series. Although the management of gastrocolic fistulae has historically been surgical, medical management has recently been recommended as the first line of treatment when an underlying malignancy can be excluded.
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ISSN:0835-7900
DOI:10.1155/2003/239681