AI Article Synopsis
- Thoracobiliary fistulas often occur due to complications from liver abscesses or biliary tract obstructions but are rarely seen as a result of traumatic thoracoabdominal injuries.
- There is limited experience among surgeons with this uncommon condition, leading to a lack of comprehensive information in medical literature.
- The article presents a case study of a traumatic thoracobiliary fistula while reviewing existing literature and addressing appropriate treatment options for this serious complication.
Article Abstract
Thoracobiliary fistulas are a commonly reported complication of subphrenic or liver abscesses and biliary tract obstruction. However, they are a rare and unusual complication of traumatic thoracoabdominal wounds. Due to their rarity, the experience of any one surgeon is minimal, and there is a paucity of information available in the literature regarding their treatment. We describe a case of a traumatic thoracobiliary fistula, review the existing literature, and discuss the proper management of this potentially lethal sequela of trauma.
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