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Enterocutaneous Fistula: Incidence & Outcomes by Karely Angulo is a document available to read on EtoBox.

This population-based study investigates the incidence, aetiology, treatment, and outcomes of enterocutaneous fistula (ECF) in a defined Swedish population over a 10-year period. The annual incidence was found to be 2.3 per 100,000, with a high overall mortality rate of 47.6% at five years, particularly among patients without spontaneous closure or reconstructive surgery. The study highlights the significant healthcare consumption associated with ECF, including prolonged hospital stays and home-based health

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Karely Angulo

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EN