Umbilical enterocutaneous fistula

Case contributed by Bahman Rasuli
Diagnosis certain

Presentation

Persistent drainage from the umbilical region two years ago. History of repeated surgeries to manage bowel obstruction, adhesions, and anastomotic dehiscence.

Patient Data

Age: 70 years
Gender: Female
Fluoroscopy

Fistulography performed via a catheter piercing through the external fistulous opening optimal visualization of course and length of the enterocutaneous fistula, in communication with the ileal loops.

Case Discussion

The imaging findings demonstrate communication between the external opening and ileal loops consistent with enterocutaneous fistula.

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