Using a Condom to Treat a Complicated Fistula
Author Information
Author(s): Muacevic Alexander, Adler John R, Gaspar Reis Sofia, Bernardo Patrícia, Mendonça Nuno, Além Hélder, Caetano Zara
Primary Institution: Centro Hospitalar Barreiro Montijo, Barreiro, PRT
Conclusion
The four-step technique described effectively managed an enteroatmospheric fistula, leading to successful healing and conversion to a stoma.
Supporting Evidence
- The patient had a complicated case of enteroatmospheric fistula after surgery.
- The four-step technique was developed to manage effluent control and wound protection.
- Nine weeks after treatment, the fistula was successfully converted to a stoma.
Takeaway
Doctors used a condom to help fix a serious belly problem in a 75-year-old man, and it worked well after a few weeks.
Methodology
A four-step technique was employed, including condom anastomosis, protective ring creation, negative pressure wound therapy, and ostomy bag adaptation.
Limitations
The technique requires multiple operating room visits due to dressing issues and carries risks of laceration to the fistula edges.
Participant Demographics
One 75-year-old male patient with a history of hypertension.
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