Article ID Journal Published Year Pages File Type
3178717 The Surgeon 2013 7 Pages PDF
Abstract
In the absence of randomised controlled trials, no one interventional modality can be considered superior. Initial multidisciplinary conservative approach with sepsis control and nutritional augmentation should be for 6 weeks. It would seem reasonable, in those fistulae that fail to close spontaneously, to attempt a low risk “minimally invasive” intervention where necessary expertise is available. More risky open surgical approaches should clearly be reserved for those that fail and are best performed in specialist centres.
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