Endoscopic Removal of a Fecalith or Fecomucolith in a Rectal Stump or Pouch

We describe a novel and effective method of endoscopic obliteration and removal where other techniques such as removal during examination under anesthesia or serial enemas have failed. By using a combination of hydrodissection with a saline injector gun and biopsy forceps and a polypectomy snare to break down the fecomucolith or fecalith, this troublesome problem can be resolved endoscopically. Successful removal of the fecalith/fecomucolith and resolution of the symptoms for the patients were achieved. No complications are reported. We describe an effective and novel method for endoscopic removal of fecaliths and fecomucoliths.PMID:34428884 | DOI:10.3393/ac.2021.00206.0029
Source: Annals of Coloproctology - Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Source Type: research