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Colorectal foreign bodies: a systematic review.

M A Kurer1, C Davey, S Khan

  • 1Department of General Surgery, Colorectal Unit, York Hospital, York, UK.

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Retained colorectal foreign bodies (CFBs) are more common in men. Most CFBs, often household objects, can be removed non-surgically using manual or endoscopic techniques, depending on object characteristics and complications.

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Handheld Metal Detector Screening for Metallic Foreign Body Ingestion in Children
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Published on: September 11, 2018

Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Colorectal Surgery
  • Medical Device Technology

Background:

  • Retained colorectal foreign bodies (CFBs) present a unique clinical challenge.
  • Understanding the characteristics and management of CFBs is crucial for effective patient care.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To systematically review published reports on retained colorectal foreign bodies (CFBs).
  • To collate features of CFBs and develop a simple management plan based on evidence.

Main Methods:

  • Extensive literature search of electronic databases (Cinahl, Embase, Medline, PubMed, PsychInfo) from 1950 to January 2009.
  • Inclusion of internet journals and general Google searches.
  • Exclusion of non-English papers.

Main Results:

  • Review included 193 patients with 196 CFB presentations; 188 men and 5 women.
  • Household objects (e.g., bottles, glasses) comprised 42.2% of CFBs.
  • Most objects were removed transanally within 24 hours using manual or endoscopic techniques.

Conclusions:

  • CFBs disproportionately affect men.
  • Minimally invasive removal techniques are available.
  • Management strategy depends on object size, surface, and presence of complications like perforation or obstruction.