Combined Laparoscopic and Endoscopic Removal of Foreign Bodies Induced by Glue Ingestion

Chul Han; M.D.; Seung Cheol Kim; M.D.; Jung Won Yun; M.D.

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J Minim Invasive Surg 2005; 8(1): 21-23

Published online June 30, 2005

본드를 삼킨 후 생긴 위 이물의 위내시경하 복강경제거술 1예

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국군 수도 병원 외과, ¹소화기내과

Combined Laparoscopic and Endoscopic Removal of Foreign Bodies Induced by Glue Ingestion

Chul Han, M.D., Seung Cheol Kim, M.D., Jung Won Yun, M.D.¹

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Departments of Surgery and ¹Gastroenterology, Armed Forces Capital Hospital

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We report the successful laparoscopic removal of an intragastric foreign body with assistance of gastric endoscopy. A 21-year-old man who ingested glue with suicidal intent, that was solidified in the stomach. It was removed by laparoscopy with endoscopic assistance. Laparoscopic removal of an intragastric foreign body is feasible and safe treatment, andcan be an alternative choice following failed endoscopic removal.

Keywords Laparoscopy, Foreign body, Endoscopy, Glue