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Faecal fistulae in children

T Dutta, R Kulshrestha

    Progress in Pediatric Surgery
    |January 1, 1982
    PubMed
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    Faecal fistulas, often arising from infections or trauma, present significant surgical challenges, particularly in malnourished children. Modern supportive care improves survival and spontaneous healing, reducing the need for surgery.

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    Area of Science:

    • Gastroenterology
    • Surgical Pathology
    • Pediatric Surgery

    Background:

    • Faecal fistula is a complex surgical issue with spontaneous, postoperative, and post-traumatic origins.
    • Tuberculous peritonitis and appendicular diseases are significant causes, especially in developing nations.
    • Malnourished children undergoing emergency surgery are particularly susceptible.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To review the causes, complications, and management of faecal fistulas.
    • To highlight the importance of nutritional and supportive care in treatment.
    • To discuss the impact of modern medical advancements on patient outcomes.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of literature on faecal fistula etiology and treatment.
    • Analysis of complications including fluid/electrolyte imbalance and malnutrition.
    • Evaluation of management strategies focusing on supportive care.

    Main Results:

    • Faecal fistulas lead to significant fluid, electrolyte, and nutritional deficits.
    • Infection is a common complication or causative factor.
    • Advanced supportive care, including nutritional supplementation, enhances healing.

    Conclusions:

    • Effective management requires addressing fluid balance, infection, and nutrition.
    • Parenteral hyperalimentation and improved surgical care increase survival rates.
    • Conservative management and supportive care are increasingly effective, reducing surgical intervention.

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