Duodenal obstruction secondary to phytobezoar in a child: Surgically removed via gastrotomy

Y. S. Shan; E. D. Sy; C. J. Cheng

Duodenal obstruction secondary to phytobezoar in a child: Surgically removed via gastrotomy

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Abstract

Phytobezoar is formed by tightly packed vegetable fiber and can cause duodenal obstruction in the presence of other etiology causing narrowing of the lumen of the duodenum. Diagnostic delay can occur due to nonspecific clinical manifestation. Endoscopic removal is usually done in adult but is a difficult procedure in pediatric population. Surgical removal via a gastrotomy after milking of the bezoar backward into the stomach is safe alternative to duodenotomy.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	28-32
Number of pages	5
Journal	Formosan Journal of Surgery
Volume	32
Issue number	1
Publication status	Published - 1999 Jan 1

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Surgery

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Duodenal obstruction secondary to phytobezoar in a child: Surgically removed via gastrotomy

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