Unveiling a Silent Obstructor: Phytobezoar in the Third Duodenal Segment.
Prague Med Rep
; 125(2): 146-150, 2024.
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| ID: mdl-38761047
ABSTRACT
We present a case of obstruction in the third portion of the duodenum secondary to a phytobezoar in an adult patient with no surgical history and without a vegan diet. High intestinal obstruction due to a phytobezoar is rarely described in the literature, posing a diagnostic challenge when evaluating potential differentials in the emergency setting. Subsequently, we conduct a review focusing on tomographic findings and the surgical specimen, highlighting key points to consider when addressing such pathologies.
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Colección:
01-internacional
Base de datos:
MEDLINE
Asunto principal:
Bezoares
Límite:
Humans
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Male
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Middle aged
Idioma:
En
Revista:
Prague Med Rep
Asunto de la revista:
MEDICINA
Año:
2024
Tipo del documento:
Article
País de afiliación:
Colombia
Pais de publicación:
República Checa