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Halitosis: a delayed complication of splenectomy.
International Journal of Clinical Practice
|January 6, 2000
Summary
A rare stomach fistula complication after splenectomy caused severe halitosis. This case highlights a delayed presentation of subphrenic abscess.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Surgical Complications
- Infectious Diseases
Background:
- Splenectomy is a surgical procedure to remove the spleen.
- Subphrenic abscesses are known, though uncommon, complications following splenectomy.
- Fistulation of a subphrenic abscess into the stomach is an exceptionally rare occurrence.
Observation:
- A patient presented with a delayed complication after splenectomy.
- The primary symptom was severe, offensive halitosis.
- This symptom was socially disabling for the patient.
Findings:
- The halitosis was attributed to a subphrenic abscess.
- The abscess had formed a fistula connecting to the stomach.
- This represents an extremely rare fistulation into the stomach post-splenectomy.
Implications:
- This case underscores the importance of considering rare complications in delayed presentations post-splenectomy.
- Awareness of subphrenic abscess fistulation into the stomach is crucial for diagnosis.
- Prompt diagnosis and management are essential to resolve symptoms like severe halitosis.
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