What's a "Fishtula" (forgive my spelling)?

Question

A man came into my hospital with a deep tube coming out of his abdomen, and I think it has something to do with urinary and fecal passing, but could someone please tell me a little bit of what I don't know?

I'm a student-volunteer, and wasn't able to get ample info from the pros, and didn't want to be a pest.

Thanks!!

Answer 1

A fistula occurs when there is an abnormal connection or passageway between organs or vessels that normally do not connect. This can happen if there is an abcess located in the body, a sinus tract is formed and the body is able to drain the pocket of infection out of the body. It's kind of like nature's way to lance and abcess that you are unable to get to, or unaware of. Fistulas can occur in other ways....Read more: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fistula

Answer 2

A 'fistula' is an abnormal passageway in the body. The fistula may go from the body surface into a blindpouch or into an internal organ or go between two internal organs.

For a common example, an anal fistula has an opening in the skin near the anus that leads into a blind pouch or may connect through a tunnel with the rectal canal.

For a rare example, a gastropericardial fistula is a passageway between the stomach and the pericardial sac (that surrounds the heart).

There are numerous types of fistulas or (if you like the proper Latin plural) fistula. They are usually designated by the organs or parts they connect (anovaginal, bronchoesophageal, etc.).

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Answer 3

for what I know a "fishtula" as, is a small split or tear in, or on the rectal opening, or as we all comonly know it as is the "bumhole". Apparently, it is quite painfull ecpecially when using your bowls. Dont, quote me on this.

Answer 4

fistula is a hole and can affect other body functions.