Rapunzel抯 giant hairball: a report of Rapunzel syndrome in a young man
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2024-08
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Medip Academy
Abstract
Rapunzel syndrome, a rare form of trichobezoar, is a condition in which an accumulation of hair forms in the stomach and extends to the small intestine. Here we describe a case of a 17-year-old male presenting with gastric outlet obstruction secondary to Rapunzel syndrome, requiring laparotomy and gastrotomy.
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Trichobezoar, Laparotomy, rapunzel syndrome, Trichophagia
Citation
Gabsi K, Cheng E, Yu Y.. Rapunzel抯 giant hairball: a report of Rapunzel syndrome in a young man . International Surgery Journal. 2024 Aug; 11(8): 1355-1357