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Intracolonic Migration of an Abdominal Drain through an Appendiceal Fistula: A Rare Post-Appendectomy Complication Managed Conservatively

Cristina Davó Pérez, Virginia Pellicer Sánchez, Edelmira Soliveres, Julio Sánchez Corral, Carolina Curtis Martínez, Miguel Ángel Morcillo Rodenas

Asian Journal of Research in Surgery · pp. 150–153 · Published 17 Jun 2024

Abstract

In patients with appendiceal fistula undergoing conservative management, the main complication is inadequate or incomplete drainage of the fistula, which often leads to the consideration of more aggressive measures. We describe an extremely rare complication with an abdominal drain: intracolonic migration through appendiceal fistula. No such cases have been described in the literature. Our aim is to describe our experience and the therapeutic approach adopted to offer a less invasive treatment alternative, avoiding major surgeries, with good results.

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