Laparoscopic retrieval of an intra-abdominal air gun pellet

BMJ Case Rep. 2015 May 14:2015:bcr2014208552. doi: 10.1136/bcr-2014-208552.

Abstract

A 19-year-old man presented to the emergency department following an air gun pellet injury to the abdomen. He was clinically stable and underwent laparoscopic retrieval of the pellet, which was found embedded in the small bowel mesentery. He recovered fully and was discharged after 2 days. We further discuss air gun-related injuries.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Abdominal Cavity
  • Abdominal Injuries / diagnosis
  • Abdominal Injuries / surgery*
  • Adult
  • Humans
  • Laparoscopy*
  • Male
  • Mesentery / injuries*
  • Mesentery / surgery
  • Treatment Outcome
  • United Kingdom
  • Wounds, Gunshot / diagnosis
  • Wounds, Gunshot / surgery*