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[Biliary ileus]

I Beyer1, S Machayekhi, M Mattys

  • 1Département de Soins Intensifs Médicaux, Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Brugmann, Bruxelles.

Revue Medicale De Bruxelles
|October 1, 1996
PubMed
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Gallstone ileus, a rare condition, presents subtly in elderly patients. Recognizing subtle radiological signs is crucial for emergency clinicians and radiologists in differential diagnosis.

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Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Radiology
  • Geriatric Medicine

Background:

  • Gallstone ileus is a rare complication of cholelithiasis.
  • It often presents with non-specific symptoms, particularly in the elderly.
  • Delayed diagnosis can lead to significant morbidity and mortality.