[Aortoduodenal fistulae: about two cases]

Ann Chir. 2006 May;131(5):331-3. doi: 10.1016/j.anchir.2005.10.010. Epub 2005 Nov 8.
[Article in French]

Abstract

Aortoduodenal fistulae are an unusual complication of aortic pathology or surgery and a life-threatening entity. The results of surgical treatment may be disappointing because of postoperative complications. We report here two cases and discuss the diagnostic investigations and characteristics of aortoduodenal fistulae.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Abscess / diagnosis
  • Aged
  • Aorta, Abdominal / pathology*
  • Aorta, Abdominal / surgery
  • Aortic Aneurysm, Abdominal / diagnosis
  • Aortic Diseases / diagnosis*
  • Blood Vessel Prosthesis / adverse effects
  • Duodenal Diseases / diagnosis*
  • Femoral Artery / surgery
  • Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage / diagnosis
  • Humans
  • Intestinal Fistula / diagnosis*
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Postoperative Complications
  • Prosthesis-Related Infections / diagnosis
  • Vascular Fistula / diagnosis*