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                                                            1. Once the aortic aneurysm sac was
                                                                  opened, turbid bile stained fluid was

                                                                  found, confirming an aorto-

                                                                  duodenal fistula. The previously
                                                                  placed EVAR stent graft was

                                                                  exposed.



                                                            2. The fistula opening connecting the

                                                                  aneurysm sac and duodenum can be

                                                                  clearly visualized.



                                                            3. The aneurysm sac was retracted

                                                                  laterally exposing the duodenal
                                                                  opening. Necrotic edges were

                                                                  trimmed before contemplating a

                                                                  primary repair.

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