Risk factors, outcomes, and complications associated with combined ventral hernia and enterocutaneous fistula single-staged abdominal wall reconstruction

ConclusionRisk factors for developing ECF were IBD and history of abdominal wound infections. Single-staged combined ECF reconstruction was associated with reoperations, soft tissue infections and hematomas. DM and surgical-site complications were associated with ECF recurrence.
Source: Hernia - Category: Sports Medicine Source Type: research