A Retained Foreign Body as a Rare Cause of Small Bowel Obstruction (Gossypiboma): A Case Report.

A retained foreign body (RFB) is a rare but possible complication of surgery. Among the most common retained foreign bodies are sponges, which may include lap pads and gauze pieces. Surgical never events are errors in medical care that are identifiable and preventable but have serious consequences for the patient, making it an important problem in terms of the safety and credibility of a healthcare facility.