Small intestinal obstruction secondary to migrated intragastric balloon retrieved endoscopically from the jejunum
Endoscopic removal from the jejunum: Learn the procedure for endoscopic removal of a migrated gastric balloon from the jejunum, recognising it is possible without signs of perforation or leakage. Additionally, understand the importance of performing this procedure with surgical backup in a theatre to address any potential complications, such as perforation, during or after the procedure.The role of CT scans: Understand the crucial role of CT scans in diagnosing migrated gastric balloons or perforations related to gastric balloon procedures.Recognising and responding to balloon deflation: Identify signs of a deflated gastric balloon, such as methylene blue in the urine, and understand associated symptoms such as reduction in stomach fullness.
Authors
- Khaled Bamakhrama
- Suhana Riyaz
- Mizna Musthafa
Institutions
- Rashid Hospital (AE)
- Dubai Medical College (AE)
Publication Details
- Journal
- European Journal of Case Reports in Internal Medicine
- Published
- 2024-08-19
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.12890/2024_004743
- Citations
- 2
- Primary Topic
- Gastrointestinal disorders and treatments
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 1.15