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Aortoenteric fistula

Field	Value
name	Aortoenteric fistula
image	AortoEntericFistulaDissectionMark.png
caption	Aorto enteric fistula and aortic dissection of the thoracic aorta. Arrow shows the flap in the aorta. Heterogeneity is blood in the stomach

An aortoenteric fistula is a connection between the aorta and the intestines, stomach, or esophageus. There can be significant blood loss into the intestines resulting in bloody stool and death. It is usually secondary to an abdominal aortic aneurysm repair. The third or fourth portion of the duodenum is the most common site for aortoenteric fistulas, followed by the jejunum and ileum. TOC

Diagnosis

Diagnosis is typically via a CT angiography, esophagogastroduodenoscopy, or arteriography.

References

Xiromeritis, K. (Jul–Sep 2011). "Aortoenteric fistulae: present-day management.". International Surgery.
Acosta, RD. (Oct 2011). "Differential diagnosis of upper gastrointestinal bleeding proximal to the ligament of Trietz.". Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Clinics of North America.

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