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What exactly is a fistula?
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Abnormal Connection: An abnormal connection between to organs or vessels. Example: entero-cutaneous fistula- an connection between the bowel and the skin. These are typically caused by diseases of the bowel. Example: arterio-venous fistula- a connection between an artery and a vein. These are created surgically to provide dialysis.
Answered 5/2/2015
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Connection between a: It is a connection between artery and vein.
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