Bezoars
Intestinal Obstruction
Duodenal Obstruction
Cola
Surgical Equipment
Radiography, Abdominal
The hazards of vinyl glove ingestion in the mentally retarded patient with pica: new implications for surgical management. (1/83)
OBJECTIVE: To report experience with the treatment of complications of vinyl glove ingestion in mentally retarded patients with pica. DESIGN: A retrospective case series. SETTING: Two university-affiliated hospitals. PATIENTS: Five mentally retarded patients, 4 with a history of pica, who were admitted for the management of complications resulting from the ingestion of vinyl gloves. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES: Type of complication, treatment and operative outcome. FINDINGS: The patients ranged in age from 26 to 46 years. One patient died while awaiting surgical consultation of massive gastrointestinal bleeding from a large gastric ulcer caused by a vinyl glove bezoar (VGB). Four VGBs were removed surgically. Endoscopic removal was difficult or impossible because the gloves had become hardened and matted. CONCLUSIONS: VGB should be considered in institutionalized mentally retarded people with a history of pica when they present with gastrointestinal symptoms. VGBs should be removed directly by laparotomy, gastrotomy or enterotomy. Endoscopic removal is not recommended. (+info)Surgical treatment of oesophageal obstruction after ingestion of a granular laxative. (2/83)
A case of oesophageal obstruction after ingestion of a granular laxative in a 91-year-old man is presented. There was no predisposing oesophageal disease. The severity of obstruction prevented endoscopic clearance and the patient required gastrotomy and manual disimpaction of the lower oesophagus. (+info)Small bowel obstruction and covered perforation in childhood caused by bizarre bezoars and foreign bodies. (3/83)
BACKGROUND: Small bowel obstruction with perforation is an unusual and rare complication of bezoars. OBJECTIVE: To describe our use of emergency laparotomy to treat intestinal obstruction caused by bizarre bezoars. CONCLUSIONS: An aggressive surgical approach to intestinal obstruction in the pediatric disabled or mentally retarded population is recommended. (+info)An intragastric trichobezoar: computerised tomographic appearance. (4/83)
A 26-year-old lady presented with a history of abdominal pain and distension since two months. The ultrasound examination showed an epigastric mass, which was delineated as a filling defect in the stomach on barium studies. The computerised tomographic scan showed a gastric mass with pockets of air in it, without post-contrast enhancement. This case highlights the characteristic appearance on computerised tomography of a bezoar within the stomach, a feature that is not commonly described in medical literature. (+info)Esophageal and small bowel obstruction by occupational bezoar: report of a case. (5/83)
BACKGROUND: Phytobezoar may be a cause of bowel obstruction in patients with previous gastric surgery. Most bezoars are concretions of poorly digested food, which are usually formed initially in the stomach. Intestinal obstruction (esophageal and small bowel) caused by an occupational bezoar has not been reported. CASE PRESENTATION: A 70-year old male is presented suffering from esophageal and small bowel obstruction, caused by an occupational bezoar. The patient has worked as a carpenter for 35 years. He had undergone a vagotomy and pyloroplasty 10 years earlier. The part of the bezoar, which caused the esophageal obstruction was removed during endoscopy, while the part of the small bowel was treated surgically. The patient recovered well and was discharged on the 8th postoperative day. CONCLUSIONS: Since occupational bezoars may be a cause of intestinal obstruction (esophageal and/or small bowel), patients who have undergone a previous gastric surgery should avoid occupational exposures similar to the presented case. (+info)Cotton Bezoar--a rare cause of intestinal obstruction: case report. (6/83)
BACKGROUND: Bezoars usually present as a mass in the stomach. The patient often has a preceding history of some psychiatric predisposition. Presentation could be in the form of trichophagy followed by trichobezoar (swallowing of hair leading to formation of bezoar), orphytobezoar (swallowing of vegetable fibres). Rapunzel syndrome is a condition where the parent bezoar is in the stomach and a tail of the fibres or hair extends in to the jejunum. Presentation as intestinal obstruction due to a bezoar in the intestine without a parent bezoar in the stomach is rare, therefore we report it here. CASE REPORT: A 35 year old lady tailor with a previous history of receiving treatment for depression on account of being infertile- years after her marriage, presented to the surgical emergency department with features of acute intestinal obstruction. Exploratory laparotomy and enterotomy revealed a cotton bezoar in the terminal ileum without a parent bezoar in the stomach. She was managed by resection of the affected segment of the ileum and end-to-end anastomosis of the bowel. In the postoperative period the patient gave a history of ingesting cotton threads whenever she was depressed. CONCLUSION: Presence of cotton bezoar is rare and an intestinal bezoar in the absence of parent bezoar in the stomach is still rarer. (+info)Phytobezoar: an uncommon cause of small bowel obstruction. (7/83)
Phytobezoars are an unusual cause of small bowel obstruction. We report 13 patients presenting with 16 episodes of small bowel obstruction from phytobezoars. Eleven patients had previously undergone surgery for peptic ulceration (eight truncal vagotomy and pyloroplasty). A history of ingestion of persimmon fruit was common and the majority of cases presented in the autumn when this fruit is in season. One phytobezoar causing obstruction at the third part of the duodenum was removed by endoscopic fragmentation, while an episode of jejunal obstruction was precipitated by endoscopic fragmentation of a gastric bezoar. Twelve patients underwent surgery for obstruction on 15 occasions, with milking of the phytobezoar to the caecum performed in ten, enterotomy and removal in four and resection in one patient. Associated gastric phytobezoars were found in two cases and multiple small bowel bezoars in two other cases. These were removed to prevent recurrent obstruction. Phytobezoar should be considered preoperatively as a cause of obstruction in patients with previous ulcer surgery. Wherever possible milking of a phytobezoar to the caecum should be performed. Careful assessment for other phytobezoars should be made. Prevention of phytobezoars is dependent upon dietary counselling of patients by surgeons after gastric resection or vagotomy and drainage for peptic ulcer. (+info)Urinary ascites and anuria caused by bilateral fungal balls in a premature infant. (8/83)
A case is reported of anuria and urinary ascites secondary to bilateral ureteropelvic obstruction by fungal balls. Management consisted of bilateral nephrostomy drainage with local irrigation with amphotericin B, and systemic antifungal treatment without surgery. Aspiration by paracentesis was performed for the urinary ascites and continuous drainage through an 8 Fr pig tail catheter for the urinoma. The literature on renal fungus balls in neonates and infants is reviewed. (+info)A bezoar is a mass trapped in the gastrointestinal tract, typically in the stomach, that is composed of indigestible materials such as hair, fibers, or food particles. Bezoars can cause various symptoms including nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and obstruction. They are more commonly found in people with certain conditions such as diabetes, mental health disorders, or those who have had gastric surgery. Treatment may involve medication or endoscopic removal of the bezoar.
Intestinal obstruction, also known as bowel obstruction, is a medical condition characterized by a blockage that prevents the normal flow of contents through the small intestine or large intestine (colon). This blockage can be caused by various factors such as tumors, adhesions (scar tissue), hernias, inflammation, or impacted feces.
The obstruction can be mechanical, where something physically blocks the intestinal lumen, or functional, where the normal muscular contractions of the bowel are impaired. Mechanical obstructions are more common than functional ones.
Symptoms of intestinal obstruction may include abdominal pain and cramping, nausea and vomiting, bloating, inability to pass gas or have a bowel movement, and abdominal distention. If left untreated, intestinal obstruction can lead to serious complications such as tissue death (necrosis), perforation of the intestine, and sepsis. Treatment typically involves hospitalization, intravenous fluids, nasogastric decompression, and possibly surgery to remove the obstruction.
Duodenal obstruction is a medical condition characterized by the blockage or impediment of the normal flow of contents through the duodenum, which is the first part of the small intestine. This blockage can be partial or complete and can be caused by various factors such as:
1. Congenital abnormalities: Duodenal atresia or stenosis, where there is a congenital absence or narrowing of a portion of the duodenum.
2. Inflammatory conditions: Duodenitis, Crohn's disease, or tumors that cause swelling and inflammation in the duodenum.
3. Mechanical obstructions: Gallstones, tumors, strictures, or adhesions (scar tissue) from previous surgeries can physically block the duodenum.
4. Neuromuscular disorders: Conditions like progressive systemic sclerosis or amyloidosis that affect the neuromuscular function of the intestines can lead to duodenal obstruction.
Symptoms of duodenal obstruction may include nausea, vomiting (often with bilious or fecal matter), abdominal pain, distention, and decreased bowel movements. Diagnosis typically involves imaging studies such as X-rays, CT scans, or upper gastrointestinal series to visualize the blockage. Treatment depends on the underlying cause but may involve surgery, endoscopic procedures, or medications to manage symptoms and address the obstruction.
"Cola" is not a medical term. It is a type of flavored carbonated soft drink that originated in the United States. The term "cola" comes from the name of the kola nut, which contains caffeine and has been used as a flavoring ingredient in these drinks. There are many brands of cola, but the two most well-known are Coca-Cola and Pepsi-Cola.
Colas typically contain carbonated water, high fructose corn syrup or sugar, caramel color, phosphoric acid, natural flavors (including extracts of the kola nut), and sometimes caffeine. Some people may use the term "cola" to refer specifically to Coca-Cola or Pepsi-Cola, while others may use it as a generic term for any type of cola-flavored soft drink.
While colas are widely consumed around the world, they have been associated with certain health concerns due to their high sugar content and other ingredients. For example, excessive consumption of colas has been linked to obesity, tooth decay, and bone density loss. However, it's important to note that these risks can be mitigated by consuming colas in moderation and maintaining a balanced diet.
Surgical equipment refers to the specialized tools and instruments used by medical professionals during surgical procedures. These devices are designed to assist in various aspects of surgery, such as cutting, grasping, retraction, clamping, and suturing. Surgical equipment can be categorized into several types based on their function and use:
1. Cutting instruments: These include scalpels, scissors, and surgical blades designed to cut through tissues with precision and minimal trauma.
2. Grasping forceps: Forceps are used to hold, manipulate, or retrieve tissue, organs, or other surgical tools. Examples include Babcock forceps, Kelly forceps, and Allis tissue forceps.
3. Retractors: These devices help to expose deeper structures by holding open body cavities or tissues during surgery. Common retractors include Weitlaner retractors, Army-Navy retractors, and self-retaining retractors like the Bookwalter system.
4. Clamps: Used for occluding blood vessels, controlling bleeding, or approximating tissue edges before suturing. Examples of clamps are hemostats, bulldog clips, and Satinsky clamps.
5. Suction devices: These tools help remove fluids, debris, and smoke from the surgical site, improving visibility for the surgeon. Examples include Yankauer suctions and Frazier tip suctions.
6. Needle holders: Specialized forceps designed to hold suture needles securely during the process of suturing or approximating tissue edges.
7. Surgical staplers: Devices that place linear staple lines in tissues, used for quick and efficient closure of surgical incisions or anastomoses (joining two structures together).
8. Cautery devices: Electrosurgical units that use heat generated by electrical current to cut tissue and coagulate bleeding vessels.
9. Implants and prosthetics: Devices used to replace or reinforce damaged body parts, such as artificial joints, heart valves, or orthopedic implants.
10. Monitoring and navigation equipment: Advanced tools that provide real-time feedback on patient physiology, surgical site anatomy, or instrument positioning during minimally invasive procedures.
These are just a few examples of the diverse range of instruments and devices used in modern surgery. The choice of tools depends on various factors, including the type of procedure, patient characteristics, and surgeon preference.
Abdominal radiography, also known as a KUB (kidneys, ureters, bladder) X-ray, is a medical imaging technique used to examine the abdominal cavity. It involves using ionizing radiation to produce images of the internal structures of the abdomen, including the bones, organs, and soft tissues.
The procedure typically involves the patient lying down on a table while a specialized X-ray machine captures images of the abdomen from different angles. The images produced can help doctors diagnose and monitor a variety of conditions, such as kidney stones, intestinal obstructions, and abnormalities in the spine or other bones.
Abdominal radiography is a quick, painless, and non-invasive procedure that requires little preparation on the part of the patient. However, it does involve exposure to radiation, so it is typically only used when necessary and when other imaging techniques are not appropriate.
"Diospyros" is a genus of evergreen or deciduous trees and shrubs, belonging to the family Ebenaceae. It includes several well-known species such as the persimmon (D. kaki) and ebony (D. ebenum). The name "Diospyros" comes from the Greek words "dios" meaning Zeus or god, and "pyros" meaning wheat, which may refer to the edible fruit of some species.
The trees in this genus are known for their hard, dense wood that is resistant to decay and insect attack, making them valuable for furniture-making, carving, and other woodworking applications. The fruit of some species, such as persimmon, are also eaten and valued for their high nutritional content.
It's worth noting that "Diospyros" is a scientific name used in the field of botany, and may not be commonly used in medical contexts unless referring to potential medicinal properties of plants in this genus.
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Gastric12
- Esophageal bezoars discovered in nasogastrically fed patients on mechanical ventilation and sedation are reported to be due to the precipitation of certain food types rich in casein, which are precipitated with gastric acid reflux to form esophageal bezoars. (wikipedia.org)
- Bezoars can also be caused by gastroparesis due to the slowing of gastric emptying, which allows food to form a bolus. (wikipedia.org)
- Gastric bezoars can occur in all age groups and often occur in patients with behavior disorders, abnormal gastric emptying, or altered gastrointestinal anatomy. (msdmanuals.com)
- other systemic illness, or drugs increases the risk of gastric bezoar formation. (msdmanuals.com)
- Gastric bezoars are usually asymptomatic. (msdmanuals.com)
- We report a 17-year-old Libyan female with coeliac disease who developed a gastric bezoar as a result of excessive olibanum intake. (who.int)
- Gastrointestinal bezoars are a relatively common clinical reality ever since the introduction of truncal vagotomy associated with drainage of gastric resection in the treatment of gastroduodenal peptic ulcer [4]. (who.int)
- Gastric Bezoar KUB. (jetem.org)
- With endoscopy manipulation and chemical dissolution, such as with Coca-Cola, to disintegrate the gastric bezoars, the possibility that fragmented residuals may coalesce in the small intestine causing ileus should be considered when a patient presents with abdominal obstruction symptoms after these procedures. (tmu.edu.tw)
- Key words and phrases: Bezoar Trichobezoar Locks balls Trichotillomania Lithiasis Psychological disturbance Therapy Launch A gastric bezoar (GB) can be an intraluminal mass produced by the deposition of undigested materials [1]. (brain-tumor-cancer-information.com)
- GB is normally rare with around incidence of significantly less than 1% in the overall people [2 3 Gastric trichobezoar (GT) may be the most frequent kind of bezoar within the tummy [4]. (brain-tumor-cancer-information.com)
- We report a 17cyearcold Libyan female with coeliac disease who developed a gastric bezoar as a result of excessive olibanum intake. (who.int)
Ibex3
- We started hunting in Turkey, both of Ibex Bezoar and large wild boars. (cazasport.com)
- We have permits in the best reserves where we will be able to bring down magnificent ibex bezoar. (cazasport.com)
- JF969755.1, KF648288, KF648287.1) was obtained from a lung sample from a wild goat (bezoar ibex, Capra aegagrus ) in Iraqi Kurdistan ( 1 , 2 ). (cdc.gov)
Concretions4
- singular bolus) have the archaic and positive meaning of bezoar, and are composed of loose aggregates of food items such as seeds, fruit pith, or pits, as well as other types of items such as shellac, bubble gum, soil, and concretions of some medications. (wikipedia.org)
- Bezoars are large conglomerates of vegetables fibres, hairs or concretions of various substances located in the stomach or small intestine of humans and certain ruminant animals [1,2]. (who.int)
- abstract = "Bezoars are concretions of foreign matter in the gastrointestinal tract which may cause nonspecific symptoms, including epigastric discomfort, early satiety, and constipation, and rarely gastrointestinal obstruction. (tmu.edu.tw)
- Bezoars are concretions found in the stomachs of animals that were once believed to cure poisoning and plague. (howstuffworks.com)
Trichobezoar2
- Trichobezoar is a bezoar formed from hair - an extreme form of hairball. (wikipedia.org)
- There are 3 common varieties of bezoars, trichobezoar, phytobezoar and lactobezoar. (who.int)
Endoscopy2
- Sometimes, a scope is used (endoscopy) to directly view the bezoar in the stomach. (medlineplus.gov)
- On endoscopy, bezoars have an unmistakable irregular surface and may range in color from yellow-green to gray-black. (msdmanuals.com)
Gastrointestinal3
- A bezoar (/ˈbizɔːr/ BEE-zor) is a mass often found trapped in the gastrointestinal system, though it can occur in other locations. (wikipedia.org)
- Bezoars are detectable as a mass lesion on imaging studies (eg, x-ray, ultrasound, CT) that are often done to evaluate the patient's nonspecific upper gastrointestinal symptoms. (msdmanuals.com)
- We report a case in which the migration of bezoars led to secondary gastrointestinal obstruction. (tmu.edu.tw)
Esophageal1
- Krupp KB, Johns P, Troncoso V. Esophageal bezoar formation in a tube-fed patient receiving sucralfate and antacid therapy: a case report. (who.int)
Endoscopic removal2
- Some bezoars can be dissolved chemically, others require endoscopic removal, and some even require surgery. (msdmanuals.com)
- Aggressive endoscopic removal of bezoars effective for the treatment of acute poisoning]. (bvsalud.org)
Intestinal2
- The Merck Manual of Diagnosis and Therapy notes that consumption of unripened persimmons has been identified as the main cause of epidemics of intestinal bezoars and that up to 90 percent of bezoars that occur from excessive consumption require surgery for removal. (wikipedia.org)
- Intestinal obstruction and bezoars. (who.int)
Surgically2
- The bezoar may need to be surgically removed, especially if it is large. (medlineplus.gov)
- The patient was treated surgically and the bezoar removed through a vertical gastrotomy incision. (who.int)
Stones7
- to have made the earliest description of bezoar stones as medicinal items. (wikipedia.org)
- each is acted upon differently by the bezoars: arsenate is removed by being exchanged for phosphate in brushite found in the stones, while arsenite is bound to sulfur compounds in the protein of degraded hair, which is a key component in bezoars. (wikipedia.org)
- Bezoar Mustika Pearls: buffalo bezoar stones mustika pearls. (bezoarmustikapearls.com)
- In this site you will find many magickal items, talismans, magickal mustika pearls/bezoar stones, kerises and curios of interest. (indotalisman.com)
- The bezoar stones or magickal mustika pearls were acquired by the pawang shamans directly f rom Nature through spirit guidance. (indotalisman.com)
- Small bezoar stones were often mounted so that they could be worn with a chain as amuletic pendants enabling them to be put into a goblet so that the magical stone could impart its medicinal properties to the liquid and also identify any presence of poison. (finch-and-co.co.uk)
- The inventory of the estate of Catherine of Braganza, who died in Lisbon in 1705, lists several gold and silver mounted bezoar stones. (finch-and-co.co.uk)
Phytobezoar1
- This paper describes a rather common way to dissolve a phytobezoar (a bezoar made up of plant material, like pumpkin seed hulls): filling up the stomach with obscene amounts (3 liters! (discovermagazine.com)
Varieties1
- There are several varieties of bezoar, some of which have inorganic constituents and others organic. (wikipedia.org)
Complications1
- Complications of Bezoar in Children: What Is New? (hindawi.com)
Dissolution1
- RESULTS: After 3 L of cola lavage or drinking , a complete dissolution of bezoars was achieved in four patients (23.5%), while 13 cases (76.5%) were only partially dissolved. (discovermagazine.com)
Stomach5
- In some cases, small bezoars may be removed through a scope placed through the mouth into the stomach. (medlineplus.gov)
- Photo: flickr/Vinnl Despite what Professor Snape would have you believe, bezoars--which are basically clumps of indigestible matter that are too large to pass out of the stomach-- are not restricted to goats. (discovermagazine.com)
- A bezoar is a tightly packed collection of partially digested or undigested material that most commonly occurs in the stomach. (msdmanuals.com)
- A bezoar is a mass similar to a stone taken from the stomach of a goat, and can be used as an antidote to many poisons, one exception of note is basilisk venom, which a bezoar will not be helpful. (thedailyprophet.net)
- Bezoars are lumps of food and/or non-food particles that remain undigested or are partially digested by the stomach. (oladocx.com)
Indigestible matter1
- The bezoar is a small object made of particles that cannot be digested, such as hair, plant fibre, or other indigestible matter. (thedailyprophet.net)
Medication2
- Pharmacobezoars (or medication bezoars) are mostly tablets or semiliquid masses of drugs, normally found following an overdose of sustained-release medications. (wikipedia.org)
- Medication bezoars resulting from intake of certain drugs are rare. (who.int)
Foreign Bodies1
- Foreign bodies and bezoars. (medlineplus.gov)
Milk1
- Lactobezoars are a specific type of food bezoar comprising inspissated milk. (wikipedia.org)
Generally1
- Generally, bezoars are mostly seen in females aged 10 to 19 years. (medlineplus.gov)
Belief2
- Paré administered the bezoar stone to the cook, but it had no effect, and the cook died in agony seven hours after taking the poison, proving that - contrary to popular belief - the bezoar could not cure all poisons. (wikipedia.org)
- Porcupine bezoars fetch a high price due to the mistaken belief it has "magical" healing properties. (hp-lexicon.org)
Treat2
- Ox bezoars (niu-huang (牛黃) or calculi bovis) are used in Chinese herbology[vague] to treat various diseases. (wikipedia.org)
- How to Treat and Prevent Bezoars? (oladocx.com)
Large2
- A bezoar in the large intestine is known as a fecalith. (wikipedia.org)
- Bezoars are large an evident palpated abdominal mass in the conglomerates of vegetables fibres, hairs epigastric region. (who.int)
Formation2
- Chewing on or eating hair or fuzzy materials (or indigestible materials such as plastic bags) can lead to the formation of a bezoar. (medlineplus.gov)
- these factors are more common among older people, who are thus at higher risk of bezoar formation. (msdmanuals.com)
Found2
- Over at the New England Journal of Medicine, the case studies this month include that of a woman found to have a 4.5-kilogram bezoar in her tumtum. (techyum.com)
- Ever Found a Bezoar? (medscape.com)
Poison3
- People believed that a bezoar had the power of a universal antidote and would work against any poison - a drinking glass which contained a bezoar could allegedly neutralize any poison poured into it. (wikipedia.org)
- In 1567, French surgeon Ambroise Paré did not believe that it was possible for the bezoar to cure the effects of any poison and described an experiment to test the properties of the stone. (wikipedia.org)
- Modern examinations of the properties of bezoars by Gustaf Arrhenius and Andrew A. Benson of the Scripps Institution of Oceanography show that when bezoars are immersed in an arsenic-laced solution, they can remove the poison. (wikipedia.org)
Hair1
- If your child has had a hair bezoar in the past, trim the child's hair short so they cannot put the ends in the mouth. (medlineplus.gov)
Case1
- The case concerned a purchaser who sued for the return of the purchase price of an allegedly fraudulent bezoar. (wikipedia.org)
Patients1
- Twelve of 13 patients with residual bezoars were completely treated with a combination of cola and endoscopic fragmentation. (discovermagazine.com)
Common1
- Bezoars are taught about in Potions class, and due to their use as an antidote to many common poisons are taught about in the first year at Hogwarts, although they show up from time to time throughout a students time in school. (thedailyprophet.net)
Show1
- Bezoar doesn't have any subscriptions to show. (substack.com)
Appears2
- Extensive reference to bezoars also appears in the Picatrix. (wikipedia.org)
- it appears in an early episode of a certain Beowulf-lover's The Sandman , wherein a bezoar is needed to cast a spell that'll imprison the muse Calliope and shake an author loose from his writer's block - something I am sure a real writer would never do without a really good reason or an approaching deadline on a project for which s/he's already spent the advance. (techyum.com)
Popular1
- The myth of the bezoar as an antidote reached Europe from the Middle East in the 11th century and remained popular until it started to fall into disrepute by the 18th century. (wikipedia.org)