Case of Textiloma: Migration of Retained Gauze into the Intestine
Author Information
Author(s): Govarjin Hojjat Molaei, Talebianfar Mohsen, Fattahi Farinaz, Akbari Mohammad Esmaeil
Primary Institution: Shahid Beheshti University Of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
Conclusion
The case highlights the rare but serious complication of retained surgical gauze migrating into the intestine, leading to bowel obstruction and fistula formation.
Supporting Evidence
- Retained gauzes are a common surgical error that can lead to serious complications.
- The patient experienced bowel obstruction and fistula formation due to the retained gauze.
- Imaging techniques were used to diagnose the condition before surgical intervention.
Takeaway
Sometimes, doctors accidentally leave pieces of cloth inside a patient's body after surgery, which can cause big problems later, like blockages in the intestines.
Methodology
The case involved a 35-year-old woman who underwent surgery and later presented with symptoms of bowel obstruction due to retained gauze, which was diagnosed through imaging and treated surgically.
Limitations
The report is based on a single case, limiting the generalizability of the findings.
Participant Demographics
The patient was a 35-year-old female with a history of cesarean section.
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