Case Reports in Surgery (Jan 2013)

Gallstone Ileus of the Colon: Leave No Stone Unturned

  • P. B. Salemans,
  • G. F. Vles,
  • S. Fransen,
  • R. Vliegen,
  • M. N. Sosef

DOI
https://doi.org/10.1155/2013/359871
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 2013

Abstract

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A case of gallstone ileus of the colon with illustrative pictures is presented, making the physicians more aware of this rare entity. Furthermore, the use of imaging modalities for diagnosis and decision making in management strategy is discussed.