A challenging case of gastric outlet obstruction (Bouveret's syndrome): a case report

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Introduction</p> <p>Bouveret's syndrome is a clinically distinct form of gallstone ileus caused by the formation of a fistula between the biliary tract and duodenum. This case reinforces the need for early recognition and treatment of Bouveret�...

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Main Authors: Gelrud Andres, Muniraj Thiruvengadam, Gajendran Mahesh
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2011-10-01
Series:Journal of Medical Case Reports
Online Access:http://www.jmedicalcasereports.com/content/5/1/497