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Management of gallstone ileus
1Department of Surgery, St. Joseph's Hospital, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ont.
Canadian Journal of Surgery. Journal Canadien De Chirurgie
|January 1, 1989
Summary
Gallstone ileus, a rare condition in elderly women, requires careful surgical consideration. Enterolithotomy alone is recommended as the primary treatment to minimize complications.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Surgical Case Review
Background:
- Gallstone ileus is an uncommon complication of gallbladder disease.
- It typically affects elderly women with co-existing medical conditions.