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Clin Colon Rectal Surg 2010; 23(3): 195-208
DOI: 10.1055/s-0030-1262988
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Abdominal Wall Reconstruction in Patients with Digestive Tract Fistulas

Eric K. Johnson1 , Pamela L. Tushoski2
  • 1Colorectal Surgery and Surgical Endoscopy, Dwight David Eisenhower Army Medical Center, Ft. Gordon, Georgia
  • 2General Surgery, Dwight David Eisenhower Army Medical Center, Ft. Gordon, Georgia
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Publication Date:
24 August 2010 (online)

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ABSTRACT

Abdominal wall reconstruction in the digestive tract fistula patient is a complex issue. The authors review the available data and present information regarding the timing of surgery, techniques of abdominal wall reconstruction, hernia repair, and discuss pitfalls associated with the various options. A simple and basic approach to this problem is described.

KEYWORDS

Abdominal wall reconstruction - enterocutaneous fistula - hernia

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Eric K JohnsonM.D. 

Department of Surgery, Eisenhower Army Medical Center

300 Hospital Rd., Ft. Gordon, GA 30905

Email: doktrj@gmail.com

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