ISSN:
1432-2218
Keywords:
Aortointestinal fistula
;
Aortoesophageal fistula
;
Gastrointestinal bleeding
;
Emergency endoscopy
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Medicine
Notes:
Summary The etiology, diagnostic difficulties and treatment of five cases of aortointestinal fistulas are presented. In all of them, endoscopy played a major diagnostic role. Early diagnosis is essential for elective surgery since reconstruction in the massive bleeding stage has a mortality of up to 80%.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF00703086
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