Keywords
Gastric outlet obstruction
Bouveret syndrome
Trapezoid
Case report
Gastroenterology
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Abstract
Bouveret Syndrome is an infrequent manifestation of gallstone disease causing gastric outlet obstruction. This syndrome has diagnostic and therapeutic challenges due to its rarity and non-specific clinical presentation. Here, we present a case report involving a 78-year-old female patient who experienced gastric outlet blockage due to the presence of a sizable gallstone. A novel technique was applied wherein a trapezoid RX wire-guided retrieval basket (Boston Scientific) was utilized with Esophagogastroduodenoscopy to remove the stone without the need for surgical intervention. Post-procedure monitoring demonstrated a smooth recovery with immediate relief of symptoms. Imaging confirmed the absence of residual gallstones or obstruction.
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