Bullets and biliptysis.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
Biliptysis is a dramatic physical finding which suggests the presence of a direct communication (fistula) between the biliary and bronchial tree. We report a bronchial biliary fistula resulting from penetrating thoracoabdominal trauma and the use of positive-pressure ventilation to obtain initial fistula control prior to definitive surgical repair.
Medical subject headings
- Biliary Fistula
- Bronchial Fistula
- Liver
- Lung Injury
- Wounds, Gunshot