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CT findings in gastrointestinal perforation by ingested fish bones.

J G Gonzalez1, R R Gonzalez, J V Patiño

  • 1Department of Radiology, Hospital Universitario de San Carlos, Madrid, Spain.

Journal of Computer Assisted Tomography
|January 1, 1988
PubMed
Summary

Diagnosing gastrointestinal foreign body complications like fish bone perforation is challenging with standard X-rays. Computed tomography (CT) scans offer a superior method for preoperative diagnosis of these rare but serious conditions.

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Area of Science:

  • Medical Imaging
  • Gastroenterology
  • Surgical Complications

Background:

  • Conventional radiographic methods often fail to accurately diagnose gastrointestinal tract complications caused by foreign bodies.
  • Foreign body ingestion, particularly fish bones, can lead to severe complications such as perforation.

Observation:

  • This study presents two cases of gastric and duodenal perforation resulting from fish bone ingestion.
  • The patients' conditions were diagnosed preoperatively.

Findings:

  • Computed tomography (CT) proved effective in the preoperative diagnosis of fish bone-induced gastric and duodenal perforations.
  • CT imaging provides detailed anatomical visualization crucial for identifying such complications.

Implications:

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  • CT scanning should be considered a valuable tool for the prompt and accurate preoperative diagnosis of gastrointestinal foreign body complications.
  • Improved preoperative diagnosis can lead to timely surgical intervention and better patient outcomes.