Transabdominal migration of a gossypiboma to the thoracic cavity: A case report
This case emphasizes the need for heightened awareness of gossypiboma in patients with unexplained post-surgical symptoms. Early detection and meticulous surgical practices are crucial to prevent serious complications associated with retained foreign bodies.
Authors
- Hosam Dawod (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0022-8393)
- Mohammad Al-Jawad (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0002-7633-3541)
- Abdulmonem Kawas
- Hilal Matar
- Zein Almasri
- Joud Akroum
Institutions
- University of Aleppo (SY)
Publication Details
- Journal
- International Journal of Surgery Case Reports
- Published
- 2024-10-19
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijscr.2024.110486
- Citations
- 1
- Primary Topic
- Hemostasis and retained surgical items
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.45