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What are fistulas?
A fistula is an abnormal connection between an organ, vessel, or intestine and another structure. What happened to using google when you have questions like this?
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What is a subcutaneous fistula?
An abnormal passageway in the body beneath the skin, whether manmade or natural.
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What is the problem with fistula?
Infection, pain and embarrassment when fecal matter is expelled from the opening.
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What is a tracheoesophageal fistula?
Tracheoesophageal fistula (TEF) is commonly a birth defect, with the trachea connected to the esophagus. In most cases, the esophagus is discontinuous, causing immediate feeding difficulties.
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What characterizes fistulas?
Fistulas are categorized by the number of openings they have and whether they connect two internal organs or open through the skin.