Healing of jejunal fistula using a silicone tube and patch.
In this case report is described a method of healing jejunal fistula by temporary use of a silicone tube and finally closing the defect in the intestinal wall by using a silicone patch. The patient was treated with parenteral nutrition during 7 months.
D006801:Humans; D007412:Intestinal Fistula / Q000628:therapy*; D007579:Jejunal Diseases / Q000628:therapy*; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D019736:Prostheses and Implants; D012828:Silicones
D012828:Silicones