Unusual intravesical findings: a case report on foreign body in the bladder of an adolescent female
Bladder foreign bodies (BFB) are uncommon in the pediatric population. They typically arise from self-insertion, iatrogenic factors, or trauma. Cystoscopy is the preferred intervention. A 16-year-old female presented with a [2-]day history of dysuria, suprapubic pain, and a palpable rectal foreign body. Imaging revealed an 8.2 cm radiopaque object in the bladder. Diagnostic laparoscopy confirmed no perforation. Cystoscopy identified and removed a lead pencil from the bladder. A small bladder perforation was noted post-removal. The patient had a smooth recovery and was discharged with a Foley catheter, which was later removed following normal postoperative imaging results. Prompt diagnosis and intervention are crucial for managing pediatric BFBs to prevent complications. Imaging and cystoscopy play key roles in treatment.
Authors
- Yaser M Ata (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6261-0523)
- Noora Alshahwani (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3273-8619)
- Abderrahman Elkadhi
- Kholoud Alabassi
Institutions
- Qatar Airways (Qatar) (QA)
- Sidra Medical and Research Center (QA)
- Hamad Medical Corporation (QA)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Journal of Surgical Case Reports
- Published
- 2024-12-21
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1093/jscr/rjae819
- Primary Topic
- Foreign Body Medical Cases
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00
Funders
- Qatar National Library