Negative pressure therapy as palliative treatment for a colonic fistula

Abstract

Colonic fistulas in an open wound are always a challenge for colorectal surgeons, and this report provides a technique for the appropriate management of these cases. We communicate the use of a negative pressure dressing therapy as part of the palliative care for a patient following the development of an enterocutaneous fistula. The use of this therapy allowed us to keep the patient clean and comfortable during the last few days of his life.

Keywords: Enterocuataneous fistula; Negative pressure therapy; Palliative care.