Colonic Foreign Body Retrieval Using a Modified TAMIS Technique with Standard Instruments and Trocars

Area of Science:

• Colorectal Surgery
• Minimally Invasive Surgery
• Surgical Techniques

Background:

• Retained colorectal foreign bodies (CFBs) are increasingly reported.
• Foreign body ingestion and retention in the colon present unique clinical challenges.

Purpose of the Study:

• To present a novel technique for the retrieval of retained colorectal foreign bodies.
• To describe the application of a modified Transanal Minimally Invasive Surgery (TAMIS) approach for CFB extraction.

Main Methods:

• A case report of a 52-year-old male patient with a retained CFB.
• Utilized a modified TAMIS technique employing standard laparoscopic instruments and trocars.
• No specialized access platforms or equipment were required.

Main Results:

• Successful retrieval of the retained colorectal foreign body was achieved.
• The modified TAMIS technique proved effective for extraction.

Conclusions:

• The modified TAMIS technique offers a viable solution for CFB retrieval.
• This method is particularly advantageous in resource-poor environments due to its reliance on standard surgical equipment.
• The technique does not necessitate additional specialized skills beyond conventional laparoscopy.