Highlights • A primary aortoenteric fistula is an exceedingly rare complication of diverticulitis.• Unstable bleeding can be provided with a salvage procedure (covered stent) in the acute phase.• The patient… Click to show full abstract
Highlights • A primary aortoenteric fistula is an exceedingly rare complication of diverticulitis.• Unstable bleeding can be provided with a salvage procedure (covered stent) in the acute phase.• The patient needs a close follow-up due to risk of infection.• Patients with aortoenteric fistulas need laparotomy with resection of the fistula.
Keywords:
primary aortosigmoid;
report primary;
bleeding;
fistula;
case report
Journal Title: International Journal of Surgery Case Reports
Year Published: 2017
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Journal Title: International Journal of Surgery Case Reports
Year Published: 2017
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