The clinical case of a giant fecal stone complicated by acute colonic obstruction

Abstract

The article deals with the case of intestinal obstruction due to the formation of a giant fecal stone in the sigmoid colon. Coprolites occur in individuals suffering from severe chronic constipation. In most cases, fecal stones can be removed with the help of conservative measures, however, in this case, there were absolute indications for urgent surgery for acute intestinal obstruction.

Keywords

• fecal stone of the sigmoid colon
• acute colonic obstruction