[Spontaneous biliodigestive fistulas. Clinico-radiological considerations on 17 cases]

An account of the aetiology, pathogenesis, anatomical and pathological picture, progression and complications of spontaneous biliodigestive fistula is flowed by a description of its clinical picture and diagnostic problems. Reference is also made to 7 patients subjected to emergency surgery and 10 electively operated. Diagnosis is ensured by careful review of the history, radiological examination of the abdomen in blank, and assessment of the digestive apparatus with an opaque meal and clyster. Little assistance is provided by the objective data and radiological examination of the bile ducts.