The closure of an abdominal fistula using self- polymerizing silicone rubbers

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A case is described where an abdominal fistula was temporarily closed using a plug made from dental addition curing silicone rubber impression material. An effective seal was maintained using a stoma flange and a gentle pressure dressing; this still allowed normal gastric function.

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dental impression materials gastric fistula intestinal fistula palliative treatment silicone elastomers

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Regnard Cfb , Meechan SE The use of silicone foam dressing in the management of oral-cutaneous fistula . Br J Clin Pract 1982; 36: 243-45.

The closure of an abdominal fistula using self- polymerizing silicone rubbers - case study

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