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Enterocutaneous fistula: a reconstructive dilemma

C O Duncan1, M J Earley, P R O'Connell

  • 1Department of Plastic, Mater Misericordiae Hospital, Dublin 7.

Irish Journal of Medical Science
|April 16, 1998
PubMed
Summary

Surgical repair of enterocutaneous fistulae in Crohn's disease can cause large abdominal wall defects. A pedicled rectus abdominis myocutaneous flap successfully reconstructed a large defect in a single procedure, showcasing a valuable collaborative surgical approach.

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Area of Science:

  • Surgical reconstruction
  • Abdominal wall defects
  • Crohn's disease management

Background:

  • Enterocutaneous fistulae in Crohn's disease often necessitate surgical intervention.
  • Surgical repair can lead to significant anterior abdominal wall defects.
  • Reconstruction of these defects presents a surgical challenge.

Observation:

  • A case of a large anterior abdominal wall defect following enterocutaneous fistula repair in Crohn's disease was managed.
  • The defect was reconstructed using a pedicled rectus abdominis myocutaneous flap.
  • The reconstruction was performed in a single operative procedure.

Findings:

  • Successful reconstruction of a large abdominal wall defect was achieved with a pedicled rectus abdominis myocutaneous flap.

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  • The single-stage procedure effectively addressed the complex defect.
  • This approach highlights the technical feasibility and benefits of flap reconstruction.

    • Implications:

    • Pedicled rectus abdominis myocutaneous flaps are a viable option for reconstructing large abdominal wall defects in Crohn's disease patients.
    • A multidisciplinary approach involving plastic and colorectal surgery services is crucial for optimal outcomes.
    • This case underscores the importance of innovative surgical techniques for complex abdominal wall reconstruction.