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Scholars Journal of Medical Case Reports | Volume-11 | Issue-06
Giant Peritoneal Loose Body Causing Acute Intestinal Obstruction: Case Report
Y.Zouine, N.Mennis, C.Gakosso, B.Boutakioute, M.Ouali Idrissi, N.Idrissi
Published: June 10, 2023 | 266 171
DOI: 10.36347/sjmcr.2023.v11i06.023
Pages: 1132-1133
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Abstract
Peritoneal loose bodies are a rare condition. They are caused by the peritoneal appendages that become inflamed and cause a buildup of material in the peritoneal cavity. This can be hard to spot because it's so rare. The availability of CT scans makes this diagnosis easier. A 77-year-old patient with hypertension and diabetes underwent peritoneal mouse challenge. The patient suffers from acute intestinal sub obstruction. CT scan revealed a mobile calcified density lesion approximately 5 cm in diameter in the peritoneal cavity. Peritoneal loose bodies are a rare complication of omental appendages that have distorted due to ischemic conditions. Laparoscopy excised a firm mass suggestive of primary omental appendicitis. Diagnostic terms for acute or chronic abdominal pain can be found in the general medical literature. Photographs of the affected individual's body show a large greasy or chalky substance.