Acute abdomen caused by ingested chicken wishbone: a case report
2009
Case of Intestinal Perforation from a Chicken Wishbone
Sample size: 1
publication
Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): Hoxha Faton T, Hashani Shemsedin I, Komoni Driton S, Gashi-Luci Lumturije H, Kurshumliu Fisnik I, Hashimi Medita SH, Krasniqi Avdyl S
Primary Institution: University Clinical Centre of Kosova
Conclusion
Intestinal perforation caused by a chicken bone is rare and should be considered in acute abdomen cases.
Supporting Evidence
- The patient experienced acute abdomen symptoms after ingesting a chicken wishbone.
- Surgery revealed a perforation in the ileum caused by the chicken bone.
- Postoperative recovery was successful, and bowel continuity was restored after four months.
Takeaway
A man accidentally swallowed a chicken bone, which caused a hole in his intestine, and he needed surgery to fix it.
Methodology
The case involved a surgical procedure to remove the perforated ileum and subsequent reconstruction after four months.
Limitations
The case report is based on a single patient, limiting generalizability.
Participant Demographics
A 50-year-old male with a history of tobacco use and previous surgery.
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
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