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Colocutaneous gastric fistula: a complication of percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy.

Authors :
Kierstead, B.
Khan, A.
Ruppert, E.
Bobo, R.
Source :
Pediatric Surgery International; Mar1991, Vol. 6 Issue 2, p134-135, 2p
Publication Year :
1991

Abstract

Gastrocolic fistula is a rare complication of percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy. It is most frequently discovered after replacement of the gastrostomy tube. The symptoms are severe diarrhea, failure to thrive, recurrent Gram-negative pulmonary infections, and feculent vomiting. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
01790358
Volume :
6
Issue :
2
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Pediatric Surgery International
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
71065839
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00176420