Recurrent aortoenteric fistula: two different bridge solutions

Vascular. 2007 Jul-Aug;15(4):235-7. doi: 10.2310/6670.2007.00033.

Abstract

A "recurrent" aortoenteric fistula (AEF) is very rare and in literature anecdotic. Currently, graft excision and extra-anatomic bypass are considered the treatments of choice, but are associated with significant mortality and morbidity. Herein, we describe the case of a "recurrent" AEF treated before definitive extra-anatomic bypass, by two different, staged bridge solutions: allograft in situ replacement and endovascular grafting. At 1, 3 and 6-month follow-up, the patient was asymptomatic and normally active.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Aneurysm, False / surgery
  • Aortic Aneurysm, Abdominal / surgery
  • Aortic Diseases / surgery*
  • Blood Vessel Prosthesis Implantation / methods
  • Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage / etiology
  • Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage / surgery
  • Humans
  • Intestinal Fistula / complications
  • Intestinal Fistula / surgery*
  • Jejunal Diseases / complications
  • Jejunal Diseases / surgery*
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Recurrence
  • Vascular Fistula / surgery*