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Endoscopy 1988; 20(3): 122-123
DOI: 10.1055/s-2007-1018153
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Gastroscopic Removal of a Phytobezoar Formed in a Patient with Mixed Connective Tissue Disease

E.B. Tsianos, A.A. Drosos
  • From the Department of Medicine, Medical School, University of loannina, loannina, Greece
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17. März 2008 (online)

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Summary

An unusual case of a phytobezoar encountered in a patient with mixed connective tissue disease, is presented. Removal was accomplished in three days by liquid diet, gastric lavage and disruption of the bezoar with gastroscopic suction.

Key words:

Phytobezoar - Mixed connective tissue disease - Gastroscopic removal