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  • Title: [Food ileus caused by a phytobezoar of the small intestine].
    Author: Mosca F, Alongi G, Sciuto G, Cicala S, Caruso F.
    Journal: Minerva Chir; 1989 May 15; 44(9):1395-400. PubMed ID: 2761742.
    Abstract:
    One case of small bowel obstruction due to phytobezoar is reported. The various aetiological factors are discussed. The clinical features are not typical and small bowel obstruction can be initially recurrent until a complete intestinal occlusion. The diagnosis is not easy, and is nearly always made during urgent laparotomy. Surgical treatment consists of phytobezoar removal by enterotomy. The recognition of high-risk patients and their education to prevent phytobezoar are emphasized.
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