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Recurrent gallstone ileus.

Nicolas Hayes1, Sanjoy Saha

  • 1Department of Surgery, Marshfield Clinic, Marshfield, WI 54449, USA. hayes.nicolas@marshfieldclinic.org

Clinical Medicine & Research
|June 23, 2012
PubMed
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Gallstone ileus, a rare cause of small bowel obstruction, can recur even after surgery. This case highlights the importance of considering recurrence and reviewing management strategies for gallstone ileus.

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Ileectomy-induced Bile Overaccumulation in Mouse Intestine

Published on: August 21, 2017

Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Surgical Gastroenterology
  • Abdominal Surgery

Background:

  • Gallstone ileus accounts for 1-3% of mechanical small bowel obstructions.
  • Most residual gallstones pass spontaneously through a fistula.
  • Recurrence rates for gallstone ileus are reported around 5%.

Observation:

  • A 72-year-old woman presented with mechanical small bowel obstruction due to gallstone ileus.
  • Initial surgical treatment for gallstone ileus was successful.
  • The patient subsequently developed recurrent gallstone ileus, necessitating a second operation.

Findings:

  • While enterolithotomy alone is the preferred surgical approach for gallstone ileus due to lower morbidity and mortality, it does not prevent recurrence.
  • This case underscores the potential for recurrent gallstone ileus following initial treatment.

Implications:

  • Recurrent gallstone ileus requires careful consideration in diagnosis and management.
  • Reviewing the pathogenesis, presentation, diagnosis, and management recommendations for recurrent gallstone ileus is crucial.
  • Optimal surgical strategies should balance immediate treatment efficacy with long-term recurrence prevention.