Tentacles of trouble: Small bowel obstruction secondary to multiple squid bezoars
Abstract
Summary: Bezoars are a rare cause of gastrointestinal obstruction, most commonly composed of plant material, hair, or medications. We report the case of a woman in her 70s who presented with small bowel obstruction secondary to multiple squid bezoars. Computed tomography did not identify a bezoar, and the diagnosis was made intraoperatively following exploratory laparotomy, enterotomy, and removal of multiple bezoars. Her postoperative course was complicated by ileus requiring temporary parenteral nutrition; however, she progressed to oral intake by postoperative day 9 and has since recovered well.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Intestinal and Peritoneal Adhesions
Omental and Epiploic Conditions
Biliary and Gastrointestinal Fistulas
Publication details
- Journal / source
- International Journal of Case Reports in Surgery
- Volume
- 8
- Issue
- 1
- Pages
- 12–14
- Publication date
- 1 January 2026