Intra-abdominal drain fracture following pancreatic necrosectomy.

We describe a rare case of iatrogenic fracture of an intra-abdominal tube drain (Portex Robinson drain, Smiths Medical, Kent, UK) in a 74-year-old man. The fracture occurred at the level of an additionally placed fenestration and was identified on CT scanning prior to retrieval at planned re-laparotomy. This case highlights the potential dangers of modifying pre-formed drains and recommends against this practice.