Gossypiboma with perforation of the umbilicus mimicking a complicated urachal cyst: a case report

A retained surgical sponge, also known as a gossypiboma, is a rare cause of serious postoperative complications. Diverse retained surgical materials including instruments such as clamps and sutures have been r...

Source: BMC Surgery - October 17, 2020 Category: Surgery Authors: Mustapha S. Kabba, Martha Y. Forde, Kevin S. Beckley, Bernadette Johnny, Ann-Marie B. M. Jah-Kabba, Samuel B. Seisay, Alusine M. Dawoh and Temidayo Ogundiran Tags: Case report Source Type: research