Aortoduodenal fistula following aortic reconstruction of a pseudoaneurysm caused by stab wound 12 years ago.
J Zhejiang Univ Sci B
; 10(5): 400-3, 2009 May.
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ABSTRACT
Gastrointestinal bleeding due to aortoenteric fistula is extremely rare. Aortoenteric fistula is difficult to be diagnosed timely and entails a significant morbidity and mortality. Herein, we present an uncommon case of gastrointestinal bleeding caused by aortoduodenal fistula, which was a complication of a successful aortic reconstruction 4 months ago for an aortic pseudoaneurysm resulted from a stab wound 12 years ago. An urgent laparotomy confirmed an aortoduodenal fistula and repaired the defects in aorta and duodenum, but a prolonged shock led to the patient's death. In summary, early diagnosis and surgical intervention for aortoenteric fistula are vital for survival.
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Doenças da Aorta
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Procedimentos Cirúrgicos Cardiovasculares
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Ferimentos Perfurantes
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Falso Aneurisma
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Procedimentos de Cirurgia Plástica
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Duodenopatias
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Hemorragia Gastrointestinal
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En
Ano de publicação:
2009
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Article