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Retained fecalith after laparoscopic appendectomy
1Department of Surgery, Summa Health System, Akron City Hospital, 525 East Market Street, Akron, OH 44309-2090, USA.
Surgical Endoscopy
|March 5, 1999
Abstract:
An intraabdominal abscess developed from a retained fecalith following laparoscopic appendectomy. We discuss the prevention and management of retained fecaliths in light of the numerous reports of retained gallstones.
Insights
A retained fecalith caused an intraabdominal abscess after laparoscopic appendectomy. This case highlights the importance of preventing and managing retained fecaliths, similar to retained gallstones.
Area of Science:
- Surgical complications
- Gastrointestinal surgery
- Abdominal imaging
Background:
- Laparoscopic appendectomy is a common surgical procedure.
- Retained surgical materials can lead to complications.
- Fecaliths are calcified or hardened feces that can be retained.
Observation:
- A patient developed an intraabdominal abscess.
- The abscess originated from a retained fecalith.
- This occurred after a laparoscopic appendectomy.
Findings:
- Retained fecaliths are a potential complication of laparoscopic appendectomy.
- Intraabdominal abscess formation is a serious consequence.
- Management strategies for retained fecaliths are crucial.
Implications:
- Preventing fecalith retention is key to patient safety.
- Awareness of retained fecaliths is important for surgeons.
- Comparing management to retained gallstones may offer insights.