Laparoscopic removal of a fishbone migrating from the gastrointestinal tract to the pancreas

Abstract

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Accidental ingestion of a dental bur in an 84‐year‐old male

“…The risk of complications such as obstruction or perforation determines the timing of endoscopy. 11,12 The overall rate of perforation caused by ingested foreign bodies is in the range of 1%-7%. However, the incidence is increased to 15%-35%, when pointed or sharp foreign bodies are considered.…”

“…According to the literature, the removal of a foreign object that has entered the gastrointestinal tract is determined on the basis of patients’ age, size, shape and location of the object, and time since the ingestion. The risk of complications such as obstruction or perforation determines the timing of endoscopy 11,12 . The overall rate of perforation caused by ingested foreign bodies is in the range of 1%–7%.…”

A case report of a forgotten Christmas gift

“…Sometimes the laparoscopic approach before open surgery can be performed safely for the removal of a foreign body. Minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery should be preferred to open surgery due to its advantages [ 11 , 12 ].…”