Fishbone perforation of the stomach into the lesser sac and pancreas with abscess, a fishy business
Year: 2024
Type: article
Study design: Case Report
Abstract: Ingestion of foreign bodies is common in critical practice. Thankfully, most of these objects will pass without complications; however, sharp and metallic objects can cause severe complications like ulcers and perforation. Perforation of the gastrointestinal tract is rare; however, once it happens, prompt treatment is needed to prevent dreadful complications. We present the case of a 52-year-old patient who presented with abdominal pain and fever. A tomography detected a fishbone perforation of the stomach, which was in the lesser sac attached to the pancreas. After surgery, the patient successfully recovered.
Source: Journal of Surgical Case Reports
DOI: 10.1093/jscr/rjae787
Authors: Alberto Arcia, Gabriela Alexandra Muñoz, Galo E Jimenez, Monica G Albuja, Thais Suarez Yumbla, Oswaldo H Venegas, Andrea G Velasco, Diana Parrales, Gabriel A Molina
Language: English
Topic: Foreign Body Medical Cases
Subfield: Radiology, Nuclear Medicine and Imaging
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: gold
Estimated APC paid: $1,050
OpenAlex ID: W4405498418