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[Gallstone ileus--still a current disease].

R Casella1, W Müller

  • 1Abteilung für Chirurgie, Ospedale San Giovanni, Bellinzona.

Schweizerische Rundschau Fur Medizin Praxis = Revue Suisse De Medecine Praxis
|May 12, 1992
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Gall-stone ileus is a significant cause of small intestine obstruction in older adults, often presenting with diagnostic challenges. Early diagnosis and prompt surgical intervention are crucial for reducing mortality rates.

Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Surgical Pathology

Background:

  • Gall-stone ileus is an underrecognized cause of mechanical small bowel obstruction.
  • It accounts for 23% of mechanical ileus in patients over 65, ranking third after carcinoma stenosis and incarcerated hernias.

Observation:

  • This condition presents diagnostic challenges due to intermittent symptoms and often lacks typical radiologic signs.
  • A review of seven cases over 15 years is presented, alongside a literature comparison.

Findings:

  • The study highlights the importance of early diagnosis in managing gall-stone ileus.
  • Mortality rates remain significant, ranging from 5% to 10%.

Implications:

  • Prompt diagnosis and surgical intervention, including enterolithotomy or one-stage repair, are critical for improving patient outcomes.

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  • Reducing the time from symptom onset to operation is key to lowering mortality.