Publications by authors named "Danielle Alcantara Barbosa Machado"
Int J Surg Case Rep
May 2022
Article Synopsis
- Retained rectal objects are uncommon in emergency rooms, usually involving males aged 20-40, often linked to sexual activities, so medical personnel must consider various unusual objects when assessing cases.
- A 54-year-old man presented with a gym dumbbell lodged in his rectum, leading to challenges during its transrectal removal due to the object's position.
- Effective diagnosis necessitates imaging tests like abdominal and pelvic radiography, with initial removal attempts being less invasive; successful removal is possible in about 60-75% of cases under local anesthesia, with careful follow-up required for monitoring any complications.*
