Colocaval Fistula: A Unique Case Report.

ABSTRACT: Fistula formation is a connection between anatomic locations that is intrinsically abnormal. A variety of causative etiologies and involved structures exist for these anomalous developments. Fistulas between vasculature and the enteric system are rare. When present, anatomical proximity is the dominant factor in determining which structures are involved. Aortoenteric fistulas involving the esophagus, duodenum, and small bowel are well-known with the stomach also being involved in rare instances. Fistulas involving the inferior vena cava (IVC) and enteric system have also been seen with the stomach, small bowel, and intrathoracic colon following an interposition each represented in reported cases. We present a case of an 82-year-old female with multiple medical comorbidities including opioi

SUBMITTER: Vining S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12324921 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature