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Mohammad Salman Mirza¹, Khalifa Al-Wahibi, Shafiq Baloch

¹Department of Surgery, Sultan Qaboos University Hospital, PO Box 38, Post Code 123, Muscat, Oman. drsalmanmirza@hotmail.com

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Gastroenterology
Pediatrics
Public Health

Background:

Rectal bezoars are masses formed from indigestible material in the gastrointestinal tract.
Seed consumption, particularly dried seeds as a delicacy, is prevalent in specific geographic regions.

Observation:

Children in Mediterranean and Middle-Eastern countries are particularly susceptible to rectal bezoars.
Inadequate mastication or failure to remove seed hulls contributes to bezoar formation.

Findings:

Rectal bezoars composed of seeds are a recognized clinical issue in pediatric populations.
Impaction of these bezoars can lead to significant gastrointestinal distress.

Implications:

Understanding the etiology of seed bezoars is crucial for preventative strategies.
Clinical management may require procedures such as manual removal under general anesthesia.