Gastrojejunocolic fistula
Gastrojejunocolic Fistula
Gastrojejunocolic fistula (pronunciation: gas-tro-je-juno-colic fis-tula) is a rare and serious condition that involves an abnormal connection between the stomach, the jejunum, and the colon.
Etymology
The term "Gastrojejunocolic fistula" is derived from the Greek words "gaster" (stomach), "jejunum" (the second part of the small intestine), and "kolon" (colon), combined with the Latin word "fistula" (an abnormal connection between two body parts).
Definition
A Gastrojejunocolic fistula is a pathological communication between the stomach (gastro-), the second part of the small intestine (jejunum), and the large intestine (colon). This condition is usually a complication of surgery, particularly following a gastrojejunostomy, but can also occur due to peptic ulcer disease, Crohn's disease, or malignancy.
Symptoms
Symptoms of a gastrojejunocolic fistula can include diarrhea, weight loss, malnutrition, and fecal vomiting. The condition is diagnosed through a combination of clinical history, physical examination, and imaging studies such as a barium enema or CT scan.
Treatment
Treatment typically involves surgery to remove the fistula and repair the affected areas of the stomach, jejunum, and colon. In some cases, a temporary or permanent colostomy may be required.
Related Terms
- Gastrojejunostomy: A surgical procedure that creates a connection between the stomach and the jejunum.
- Fistula: An abnormal connection between two body parts.
- Jejunum: The second part of the small intestine.
- Colon: The large intestine.
- Barium enema: A type of X-ray used to examine the colon.
- CT scan: A type of imaging test that uses X-rays to create detailed pictures of the body.
- Colostomy: A surgical procedure that creates an opening in the abdominal wall for the colon.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Gastrojejunocolic fistula
- Wikipedia's article - Gastrojejunocolic fistula
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