[Case report of enterobrosis and diffuse peritonitis caused by a swallowed removable partial denture]

Area of Science:

• Gastroenterology
• Surgical Case Report

Background:

• Ingestion of foreign bodies, particularly dentures, can lead to serious gastrointestinal complications.
• Prompt diagnosis and management are crucial for preventing severe morbidity.

Observation:

• A 62-year-old female patient ingested a removable partial denture (RPD).
• Initial endoscopic attempts to retrieve the RPD were unsuccessful.
• The RPD subsequently caused intestinal obstruction and perforation near the ileocecal junction.

Findings:

• The intestinal obstruction and perforation necessitated an exploratory laparotomy for RPD removal.
• The enterobrosis was successfully repaired.
• Diffuse peritonitis was treated effectively with intravenous antibiotics.

Implications:

• This case highlights the potential for ingested dentures to cause life-threatening gastrointestinal complications.
• It underscores the importance of considering surgical intervention when endoscopic retrieval fails.
• Timely surgical management and antibiotic therapy are vital for resolving complications like enterobrosis and peritonitis.