Gastrocolic Fistula Following Endoscopic Cystogastrostomy - A Case Report

Journal Title: Journal of Medical Science And clinical Research - Year 2015, Vol 3, Issue 12

Abstract

Gastrocolic fistula is an abnormal communication or a fistulous passage connecting the stomach and the colon. Normally it can be an outcome of peptic ulcer disease, malignancy of gastrointestinal tract, granulomatous colitis or trauma1-4 . Gastrocolic fistula following endoscopic cystogastrostomy is a rare occurrence. We present a case of 22 years old male who developed gastrocolic fistula following endoscopic cystogastrostomy. A brief case report and review of literature is presented.

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Dr Girish D. Bakhshi

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Dr Girish D. Bakhshi (2015). Gastrocolic Fistula Following Endoscopic Cystogastrostomy - A Case Report. Journal of Medical Science And clinical Research, 3(12), 8725-8728. https://www.europub.co.uk/articles/-A-213080