GastroenterologyNonoperative Managementcritical care
Nonoperative Management of Colonic Fistulas in Necrotizing Pancreatitis: Identifying Candidates for Conservative Care
By MedXY|Sep 29, 2026
Colonic fistulas in necrotizing pancreatitis do not always require surgery. Low-risk patients with lower BISAP scores may be successfully managed nonoperatively, reducing ICU stays and hospital length without compromising survival.