Duodenal diverticula perforation caused by an impacted bezoar successfully treated by endoscopic drainage and lithotripsy: A case report and literature review

Abstract

Duodenal diverticula perforation due to an impacted bezoar is a rare disease. Surgical treatment is associated with high rates of complications and mortality; therefore, treatment strategies must be carefully decided. Endoscopic treatment offers significant benefits to patients over surgery.

Keywords: duodenal diverticula perforation; endoscopic drainage; endoscopic lithotripsy; phytobezoar.