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World J Clin Cases. Jun 26, 2024; 12(18): 3548-3554
Published online Jun 26, 2024. doi: 10.12998/wjcc.v12.i18.3548
Colon perforation with severe peritonitis caused by erotic toy insertion and treated using vacuum-assisted closure: A case report
Cheng-You Lin, Ta-Wei Pu
Cheng-You Lin, Department of Surgery, Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Tri-Service General Hospital, National Defense Medical Center, Taipei 114, Taiwan
Cheng-You Lin, Department of Surgery, Taichung Armed Force General Hospital, Taichung 411, Taiwan
Ta-Wei Pu, Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Department of Surgery, Tri-Service General Hospital Songshan branch, National Defense Medical Center, Taipei 105, Taiwan
Author contributions: Lin CY collected data and drafted the case report; Pu TW provided expert opinions and made revisions; All authors have read and approve the final manuscript.
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Corresponding author: Cheng-You Lin, MD, Surgeon, Department of Surgery, Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Tri-Service General Hospital, National Defense Medical Center, No. 348 Sec. 2, Zhongshan Road, Taiping District, Taichung City, Taipei 114, Taiwan. xup6billy@gmail.com
Received: February 25, 2024
Revised: April 19, 2024
Accepted: May 6, 2024
Published online: June 26, 2024
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Abstract
BACKGROUND

Colorectal foreign bodies are commonly encountered during surgery. They are frequently observed in men 20 to 90 years of age and have bimodal age distribution. Surgical management is necessary for cases of rectal perforation. However, surgical site infections are the most common complications after colorectal surgery.

CASE SUMMARY

We discuss a case of rectal perforation in a patient who presented to our hospital 2 d after its occurrence. The perforation occurred as a result of the patient inserting a sex toy in his rectum. Severe peritonitis was attributable to delayed presentation.

CONCLUSION

Vacuum-assisted closure was performed to treat the wound, which healed well after therapy. No complications were noted.

Keywords: Colorectal surgery; Foreign bodies; Intestinal perforation; Surgical site infection; Wound closure techniques; Case report

Core Tip: This study highlights a case of rectal perforation due to a foreign body insertion, leading to severe peritonitis due to delayed presentation. The innovative use of vacuum-assisted closure resulted in successful wound healing with no complications, emphasizing its potential effectiveness in managing such cases.