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Intestinal perforation due to phytobezoar obstruction

Y Ciçek1, F Ayan, S Carkman

  • 1Department of General Surgery, Cerrahpasa Medical Faculty, University of Istanbul, Turkey.

Acta Chirurgica Belgica
|May 1, 1993
PubMed
Summary

Phytobezoars, indigestible masses, can cause acute abdomen emergencies. This report details two cases of small intestinal perforation resulting from phytobezoars.

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Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Surgical Pathology

Background:

  • Phytobezoars are rare gastrointestinal concretions, often composed of indigestible plant fibers.
  • They can lead to serious complications, including bowel obstruction and perforation.

Observation:

  • Two patients presented with acute abdomen symptoms, mimicking common surgical emergencies.
  • Diagnostic imaging revealed evidence suggestive of bowel perforation.

Findings:

  • Surgical exploration confirmed small intestinal perforation in both cases.
  • The perforations were directly attributed to impacted phytobezoars.

Implications:

  • Highlights the importance of considering phytobezoars in the differential diagnosis of acute abdomen.

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  • Underscores the potential for phytobezoars to cause life-threatening gastrointestinal complications.