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Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Colorectal Surgery
  • Emergency Medicine

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  • Stercoral perforation is a rare but life-threatening complication of fecal impaction.
  • High mortality rates are associated with delayed diagnosis and treatment.

Observation:

  • A 34-year-old female presented with symptoms suggestive of stercoral perforation.
  • The condition arises from sustained pressure of impacted feces on the colon wall, causing ischemia and necrosis.

Findings:

  • The patient was promptly diagnosed with stercoral perforation.
  • Successful treatment was achieved through timely medical and/or surgical intervention.

Implications:

  • This case underscores the critical need for early recognition of stercoral perforation to improve patient outcomes.
  • Highlights the importance of considering stercoral perforation in patients with severe constipation and abdominal pain.
  • Emphasizes the potential for successful management with prompt diagnosis and intervention.