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Rapunzel syndrome, a rare hairy tale: a case report

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Rapunzel syndrome is a rare condition that typically occurs in young females with trichotillomania or trichophagia. The name “Rapunzel” was given due to the presence of trichobezoars extending from the stomach down to various parts of the gastrointestinal tract. In this case, we discuss a 6-year-old female patient with a large trichobezoar that was further complicated by the occurrence of gastric perforation. This case emphasizes not only the presentation of a rare pathology with a rare complication but also the importance of meticulous history taking and physical examination for the approach to an acute abdominal emergency in the pediatric emergency setting.

Source: Pediatric Emergency Medicine Journal

DOI: 10.22470/pemj.2024.01102

Authors: Nevine Macalintal, Shoshana Taube, Vinci Jones, Cornelia Muntean

Institution: Good Samaritan University Hospital

Language: English

Topic: Foreign Body Medical Cases

Subfield: Radiology, Nuclear Medicine and Imaging

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $200