Management of acquired rectourinary fistulas: how often and when is permanent fecal or urinary diversion necessary?

Purpose: The objective of this study was to evaluate our experience in the management of acquired rectourinary fistulas at our tertiary center.

Methods: Eighteen patients with fistulas treated from 1999 to 2004 were retrospectively reviewed for demographics, etiology of the fistulas, treatment, and outcome.

Results: The median age of the group was 69 years.