Duodenal fistula

A duodenal fistula is a pathological anastomosis that connects the cavity of the duodenum with the external environment, most often with the peritoneal cavity. It can occur as a result of injury, gastrointestinal dysfunction, other intestinal diseases, or gallbladder dysmotility. Fistulas can be either unilateral or bilateral, up to several centimeters in length. Due to the fact that the digestive tract is constantly exposed to mechanical damage, for example, during the passage of lumps of food and feces, the fistulas become clogged. With the development of infectious processes in the abdominal cavity, the likelihood of developing purulent complications increases. Bleeding from the cavity of the digestive tract due to damage to blood vessels cannot be ruled out. Diagnostic methods include ultrasound, computed tomography, and endoscopic examinations. Treatment is carried out through surgery aimed at clearing plaque from the fistula and then installing drainage.

**Fistula** is a hole in the wall of an organ or tissue that connects cavities filled with various substances and represents a pathological condition of the body.

Unfortunately, it is difficult to find reliable information about this fistula; perhaps it is used in medical practice without reference to any disease, is found only in the names of drugs and has nothing to do with the physiology of humans or animals.

A duodenal fistula is a rare type of defect in the development of the gastrointestinal tract that occurs when gastric juices and intestinal waste continually leak from the stomach into the small intestine. This condition can lead to many serious complications, including intestinal infection, foodborne illness, ulcers, and even cirrhosis of the liver. Treatment for a fistula may be surgical and may also include antibiotic therapy. Therefore, it is very important to pay attention to the first signs of the disease and contact a specialist to receive timely help.