Korean J Urol.  2001 Feb;42(2):260-262.

A Case of Urethral Diverticulo-Rectal Fistula in Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome

Abstract

A 41-year-old heterosexual African man with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) was evaluated for a urine leakage from anus, pneumaturia and watery diarrhea. Radiographic and endoscopic procedures establ ished the diagnosis of a urethrorectal fistula. The differential diagnosis of an acquired urethrorectal fistula and the significance of AIDS are discussed.

Keyword

Urethrorectal fistula; Urethral diverticulum; AIDS

MeSH Terms

Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome*
Adult
Anal Canal
Diagnosis
Diagnosis, Differential
Diarrhea
Fistula*
Heterosexuality
Humans
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