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Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Surgical Case Reports

Background:

  • Acute intestinal obstruction is uncommon in adults, especially when caused by foreign bodies like bone fragments.
  • Bezoars and foreign bodies are rare etiologies for bowel obstruction in individuals without prior abdominal surgery.

Observation:

  • A 27-year-old male presented with acute intestinal obstruction.
  • The obstruction was caused by a single ingested bone piece.
  • The patient had no prior history of abdominal surgery or significant medical conditions.

Findings:

  • Surgical management via enterotomy was performed to remove the bone fragment.
  • The patient experienced an uneventful postoperative recovery.
  • Follow-up for six months revealed no recurrence or complications.

Implications:

  • This case highlights the possibility of foreign body-induced intestinal obstruction in adults.
  • Prompt surgical intervention can lead to successful outcomes.
  • Highlights the importance of considering unusual causes for bowel obstruction.