Laparoscopic retrieval of gastroduodenal trichobezoar-A simple solution to a ‘tangled’ trouble.

Journal Title: IOSR Journal of Dental and Medical Sciences (IOSR-JDMS) - Year 2018, Vol 17, Issue 5

Abstract

Trichobezoars refer to accumulation of hair resulting from long-term ingestion. Trichobezoars were traditionally managed by endoscpic and open surgical approach .Here we present a case of trichobezoar managed by laparoscopic approach in a young female.

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Livin Jose J. R, Prasanna G, Srinivasan UP, Naganath Babu OL

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  • EP ID EP374487
  • DOI 10.9790/0853-1705051719.
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Livin Jose J. R, Prasanna G, Srinivasan UP, Naganath Babu OL (2018). Laparoscopic retrieval of gastroduodenal trichobezoar-A simple solution to a ‘tangled’ trouble.. IOSR Journal of Dental and Medical Sciences (IOSR-JDMS), 17(5), 17-19. https://europub.co.uk/articles/-A-374487