What is Fistula?
A fistula is defined as an abnormal connection between two body parts.
A fistula can occur between an organ or blood vessel and another structure.
In general, fistulas occurs as a result of an injury or surgery.
It can also occur due to prolonged infection or inflammation.
What is an Oro-cutaneous fistula?
An Oro-cutaneous fistula as the name suggests is a pathological communication between the oral cavity and cutaneous surface (Skin).
When the connection is between the oral cavity and the cutaneous surface of the face, it is called an Oro-facial fistula.
What are common causes of Oro-cutaneous fistula?
- Malignancy.
- Osteoradionecrosis (ORN).
- Inflammation.
- Trauma
- Residual lesions of the cyst.
- Tumors of the jaws.
What are the consequence of Oro-cutaneous fistula?
These defects can cause aesthetic and functional problems due to the continuous leakage of saliva.
Treatment of Oro-cutaneous fistula?
Diagnosing the cause that leads to the Oro-cutaneous fistula and treating the cause so that it doesn’t recur.
The reconstruction of the Oro-cutaneous defects in the maxillofacial region should be based on the principles of function and aesthetics.
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