A long rectal foreign body successfully removed after colonoscopy

Discussion: Rectal foreign bodies, whose size and shape are variable and sometimes aberrant, are often self-inserted for self-gratification by adults, and its incidence is increasing. Patients typically avoid immediate medical attention and seek help only when complications arise. Formal clinical guidelines are lacking, and this case illustrates the importance of clinical judgement in the management of rectal foreign bodies, whether endoscopic or surgical.PMID:38345475 | DOI:10.17235/reed.2024.10251/2024
Source: Revista Espanola de Enfermedades Digestivas - Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Source Type: research