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Enterolithiasis as a cause of intestinal obstruction
1Department of Radiology, Medical College of Virginia/Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond.
Summary
Enteroliths, rare causes of intestinal obstruction, can be radiopaque or radiolucent. Early recognition of these stones, often linked to intestinal stasis, is crucial for preventing complications.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Radiology
- Surgical Pathology
Background:
- Enteroliths are uncommon calculi formed within the intestine.
- Intestinal stasis is a predisposing factor for enterolith formation.
- Enteroliths can lead to significant gastrointestinal complications, including obstruction.