Postoperative gastric fistula

Aim-Background The aim of this study is to highlight the modern diagnostic tools and treatment options for this surgical complication which, if not addressed, could prove life-threatening. Gastrocutaneous fistula (GF) is a rare and serious surgical complication. It usually arises from a traumatized or ischemic stomach wall or gastrojejunal anastomosis following major operations of the upper abdomen or after a leak from a gastroduodenal or gastrojejunal anastomosis. A long standing gastrostomy tube constitutes another common etiologic factor. The increased incidence of GFe in recent years can also be attributed to bariatric surgical procedures.