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			\| name = Biliary fistula
			\| image = [[File:Duodeno_Biliary_Fistula_08786.jpg\|250px]]
			\| caption = Duodeno-biliary fistula as seen in an imaging study
			\| field = [[Gastroenterology]]
			\| symptoms = [[Jaundice]], [[abdominal pain]], [[fever]], [[nausea]], [[vomiting]]
			\| complications = [[Biliary peritonitis]], [[sepsis]], [[bile duct obstruction]]
			\| onset = Variable, depending on cause
			\| duration = Can be acute or chronic
			\| causes = [[Gallstones]], [[surgical complications]], [[trauma]], [[infection]]
			\| risks = [[Cholecystitis]], [[choledocholithiasis]], [[biliary tract surgery]]
			\| diagnosis = [[Imaging studies]] (e.g., [[CT scan]], [[MRI]]), [[cholangiography]]
			\| differential = [[Biliary atresia]], [[cholangitis]], [[pancreatitis]]
			\| treatment = [[Surgical repair]], [[endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography]] (ERCP), [[antibiotics]]
			\| prognosis = Varies; depends on underlying cause and treatment
			\| frequency = Rare
			}}
	'''Biliary Fistula''' is a type of [[fistula]] that occurs between the [[biliary tract]] and the skin or any other part of the body. It is a rare condition that can result from surgery, trauma, or disease.		'''Biliary Fistula''' is a type of [[fistula]] that occurs between the [[biliary tract]] and the skin or any other part of the body. It is a rare condition that can result from surgery, trauma, or disease.

	==Definition==		==Definition==
	A '''biliary fistula''' is an abnormal connection that allows bile to flow from the liver and gallbladder into areas where it should not be. This can cause a variety of symptoms and complications, depending on where the fistula is located and how much bile is leaking.		A '''biliary fistula''' is an abnormal connection that allows bile to flow from the liver and gallbladder into areas where it should not be. This can cause a variety of symptoms and complications, depending on where the fistula is located and how much bile is leaking.

	==Types==		==Types==
	There are several types of biliary fistulas, including:		There are several types of biliary fistulas, including:

	* '''External biliary fistulas''': These occur when bile leaks out of the body, usually through the skin.		* '''External biliary fistulas''': These occur when bile leaks out of the body, usually through the skin.
	* '''Internal biliary fistulas''': These occur when bile leaks into another part of the body, such as the stomach or intestines.		* '''Internal biliary fistulas''': These occur when bile leaks into another part of the body, such as the stomach or intestines.
	* '''Postoperative biliary fistulas''': These are a complication of surgery on the biliary tract.		* '''Postoperative biliary fistulas''': These are a complication of surgery on the biliary tract.

	==Causes==		==Causes==
	Biliary fistulas can be caused by a variety of factors, including:		Biliary fistulas can be caused by a variety of factors, including:

	* '''Surgery''': This is the most common cause of biliary fistulas. They can occur as a complication of gallbladder surgery or liver surgery.		* '''Surgery''': This is the most common cause of biliary fistulas. They can occur as a complication of gallbladder surgery or liver surgery.
	* '''Trauma''': Injuries to the abdomen can damage the biliary tract and cause a fistula.		* '''Trauma''': Injuries to the abdomen can damage the biliary tract and cause a fistula.
	* '''Disease''': Certain diseases, such as gallstones or cancer, can cause biliary fistulas.		* '''Disease''': Certain diseases, such as gallstones or cancer, can cause biliary fistulas.

	==Symptoms==		==Symptoms==
	The symptoms of a biliary fistula can vary, depending on where the fistula is located and how much bile is leaking. They may include:		The symptoms of a biliary fistula can vary, depending on where the fistula is located and how much bile is leaking. They may include:

	* '''Jaundice''': This is a yellowing of the skin and eyes that occurs when bile builds up in the body.		* '''Jaundice''': This is a yellowing of the skin and eyes that occurs when bile builds up in the body.
	* '''Abdominal pain''': This can occur if the fistula is causing inflammation or infection.		* '''Abdominal pain''': This can occur if the fistula is causing inflammation or infection.
	* '''Fever''': This can occur if the fistula is causing an infection.		* '''Fever''': This can occur if the fistula is causing an infection.

	==Treatment==		==Treatment==
	The treatment for a biliary fistula depends on the cause and severity of the condition. It may include:		The treatment for a biliary fistula depends on the cause and severity of the condition. It may include:

	* '''Surgery''': This is often necessary to repair the fistula and prevent further complications.		* '''Surgery''': This is often necessary to repair the fistula and prevent further complications.
	* '''Medication''': This can help to manage symptoms and prevent complications.		* '''Medication''': This can help to manage symptoms and prevent complications.
	* '''Dietary changes''': This can help to manage symptoms and prevent complications.		* '''Dietary changes''': This can help to manage symptoms and prevent complications.

	==See also==		==See also==
	* [[Biliary tract]]		* [[Biliary tract]]
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	* [[Liver surgery]]		* [[Liver surgery]]

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	[[Category:Surgery]]		[[Category:Surgery]]
	[[Category:Digestive system]]		[[Category:Digestive system]]

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'''Biliary Fistula''' is a type of [[fistula]] that occurs between the [[biliary tract]] and the skin or any other part of the body. It is a rare condition that can result from surgery, trauma, or disease.

==Definition==
A '''biliary fistula''' is an abnormal connection that allows bile to flow from the liver and gallbladder into areas where it should not be. This can cause a variety of symptoms and complications, depending on where the fistula is located and how much bile is leaking.

==Types==
There are several types of biliary fistulas, including:

* '''External biliary fistulas''': These occur when bile leaks out of the body, usually through the skin.
* '''Internal biliary fistulas''': These occur when bile leaks into another part of the body, such as the stomach or intestines.
* '''Postoperative biliary fistulas''': These are a complication of surgery on the biliary tract.

==Causes==
Biliary fistulas can be caused by a variety of factors, including:

* '''Surgery''': This is the most common cause of biliary fistulas. They can occur as a complication of gallbladder surgery or liver surgery.
* '''Trauma''': Injuries to the abdomen can damage the biliary tract and cause a fistula.
* '''Disease''': Certain diseases, such as gallstones or cancer, can cause biliary fistulas.

==Symptoms==
The symptoms of a biliary fistula can vary, depending on where the fistula is located and how much bile is leaking. They may include:

* '''Jaundice''': This is a yellowing of the skin and eyes that occurs when bile builds up in the body.
* '''Abdominal pain''': This can occur if the fistula is causing inflammation or infection.
* '''Fever''': This can occur if the fistula is causing an infection.

==Treatment==
The treatment for a biliary fistula depends on the cause and severity of the condition. It may include:

* '''Surgery''': This is often necessary to repair the fistula and prevent further complications.
* '''Medication''': This can help to manage symptoms and prevent complications.
* '''Dietary changes''': This can help to manage symptoms and prevent complications.

==See also==
* [[Biliary tract]]
* [[Fistula]]
* [[Gallbladder surgery]]
* [[Liver surgery]]

[[Category:Medical conditions]]
[[Category:Surgery]]
[[Category:Digestive system]]

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