Fistula Repair
**Fistula Repair**
Fistulas are abnormal channels that connect two organs or body cavities. They can be caused by infection, injury, or surgery. Fistula repair is a surgical procedure to close the fistula and prevent further complications. The type of surgery will depend on the location and size of the fistula.
**Symptoms of a Fistula:**
* Pain
* Redness and swelling
* Drainage
* Bad smell
* Fever
* Chills
**Causes of a Fistula:**
* Infection
* Injury
* Surgery
* Crohn’s disease
* Ulcerative colitis
* Diverticular disease
* Cancer
**Treatment for a Fistula**
Fistula repair is a surgical procedure. The type of surgery will depend on the location and size of the fistula. The goal of surgery is to close the fistula and prevent further complications.
**Recovery from Fistula Repair**
Recovery time from fistula repair will vary depending on the type of surgery. Patients will typically need to rest for a few days after surgery. They may also need to take antibiotics to prevent infection.
**Complications of Fistula Repair**
Fistula repair is a relatively safe surgery. However, there are some possible complications, including:
* Infection
* Bleeding
* Scarring
* Damage to nearby organs
* Failure of the fistula to close
**Outlook for Fistula Repair**
The outlook for fistula repair is generally good. Most patients will recover completely from surgery. However, there is a risk that the fistula will recur.
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