Malignant colo-duodenal fistula; case report and review of the literature
2006
Case Report of Malignant Colo-Duodenal Fistula
Sample size: 1
publication
Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): Soulsby Ruth, Leung Edmund, Williams Nigel
Primary Institution: Department of General Surgery, University Hospitals Coventry
Conclusion
Colo-duodenal fistulae from colonic primaries are rare, but early diagnosis may allow for curative surgery.
Supporting Evidence
- The patient presented with symptoms of diarrhoea and vomiting due to a malignant colo-duodenal fistula.
- Histology confirmed poorly differentiated adenocarcinoma.
- The patient was found to have subcutaneous metastasis.
- Palliative care was provided as surgery was deemed inappropriate.
Takeaway
This study talks about a man who got very sick because of a rare problem where his colon and duodenum were connected due to cancer. Even though doctors tried to help, he sadly passed away.
Methodology
The case was presented with clinical details, imaging studies, and histological findings.
Limitations
The study is based on a single case report, limiting generalizability.
Participant Demographics
65-year-old male patient.
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