Abstract
Gastrocutaneous fistula commonly develop following removal of PEG feeding tubes. However, healing and closure of the fistula occurs in most cases. Rarely, persistent leakage is a sign of non-healing or refractory gastrocutaneous fistula. Several operative techniques have been utilized to achieve healing of GC fistula. These include surgical closure or endoscopic approaches as fibrin glue, endoclipping, laser, electrochemical cautery etc.
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