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Laparoscopic Choledochal Cyst Excision and Roux-en-Y Choledochojejunostomy in Adults
Published on: February 28, 2025
[Colo-urachal-cutaneous fistula in an adult]
Wael Rebai1, Rachid Ksantini, Cherif Abdelhedi
1Service de Cirurgie A. La Rabta, Tunis, Tunisie.
Background:
An infected urachal cyst is an uncommon finding in adults.
Aim:
To report a case of a sigmoid- urachal- cutaneous fistula.
Case Report:
A 51 years old adult male presented with fecaloid leaking from rupture of an infected urachal cyst. Definitive management consisted of resection of the urachus with a bladder cuff, along with removal of the affected bowel segments.
Conclusion:
Colo-urachal-cutaneous fistula is a rare condition; its management is rather complex.
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