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World J Radiol. Nov 28, 2024; 16(11): 683-688
Published online Nov 28, 2024. doi: 10.4329/wjr.v16.i11.683
Published online Nov 28, 2024. doi: 10.4329/wjr.v16.i11.683
Successful treatment of small bowel phytobezoar using double balloon enterolithotripsy combined with sequential catharsis: A case report
Bing-Yun Lu, Zhi-Yu Zeng, Dong-Jing Zhang, Department of Gastroenterology, Shenzhen Hospital of Southern Medical University, Shenzhen 518100, Guangdong Province, China
Author contributions: Zeng ZY was responsible for ensuring that the descriptions were accurate and were agreed upon by all authors and patients, he also collected the data for the study; Lu BY wrote the manuscript and corrected the manuscript for its scientific basis; Zhang DJ revised the manuscript for grammar and syntax mistakes; All authors have read and approved the final manuscript.
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Corresponding author: Zhi-Yu Zeng, MD, Doctor, Department of Gastroenterology, Shenzhen Hospital of Southern Medical University, No. 1333 Xinhu Road, Baoan District, Shenzhen 518100, Guangdong Province, China. zengzhiyu_smu@163.com
Received: June 30, 2024
Revised: September 26, 2024
Accepted: October 25, 2024
Published online: November 28, 2024
Processing time: 149 Days and 17.6 Hours
Revised: September 26, 2024
Accepted: October 25, 2024
Published online: November 28, 2024
Processing time: 149 Days and 17.6 Hours
Core Tip
Core Tip: This case shows the successful treatment of a small intestinal phytobezoar using double balloon enteroscopy combined with sequential catharsis. Paraffin oil effectively prevents secondary obstruction caused by the accumulation of fragments in the intestine. Sequential catharsis may aid in the expulsion of the bezoar and help prevent recurrence. It is essential for the physician to ensure that the bezoar is completely expelled, as this represents the optimal end point of the treatment.