Early Graft-Sigmoid Erosion in a Patient with Prior Sigmoid Resection

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Aortobifemoral graft-sigmoid colon erosion occurred one week postopera tively in a patient with prior sigmoid resection. A brief review of the literature and a surgical option for prevention of this complication are presented.

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Early Graft-Sigmoid Erosion in a Patient with Prior Sigmoid Resection—A Case Report

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