Management of Enterocutaneous Faecal Fistula

AIM OF WORKBest methods of management of fecal fistula:The treatment of enterocutaneous fistulae should proceed through an orderly sequence of steps:Step 1: Stabilization. Fluid and electrolyte resuscitation is begun. Nutrition is provided, usually through the parenteral route initially. Sepsis is controlled with antibiotics and drainage of abscesses. The skin is protected from the fistula effluent with ostomy appliances or fistula drains