| Literature DB >> 26857589 |
Michael H Freeman1, Matthew G Mullen1, Charles M Friel2.
Abstract
Gallstone ileus is a rare cause of small bowel obstruction, classically occurring in patients with recurrent cholecystitis. The incidence of biliary enteric fistula and gallstone ileus in patients with large, asymptomatic gallstones is not known. We report a case of gallstone ileus, which occurred in the setting of a large, asymptomatic gallstone. This case suggests that large gallstones may warrant cholecystectomy, even in asymptomatic patients.Entities:
Keywords: Cholelithiasis; Enterolithotomy; Gallstone ileus
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Year: 2016 PMID: 26857589 PMCID: PMC4985606 DOI: 10.1007/s11605-016-3096-0
Source DB: PubMed Journal: J Gastrointest Surg ISSN: 1091-255X Impact factor: 3.452