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Intestinal obstruction: a rare complication of channeling Transurethral Resection of the Prostate (TURP): a case report

Authors: A. A. Popoola, K. A. Onawola, M. D. Adesina, I. O. Olaoye

Published in: Journal of Medical Case Reports | Issue 1/2008

Abstract

Introduction

Channeling transurethral resection of the prostate is a recognized form of adjunctive treatment in the treatment of patients with prostate cancer. Despite the fact that complications arising from the procedure have been on the decline, rare complications like intestinal obstruction may occur.

Case presentation

This is a case report of a 56 year old man who developed mechanical intestinal obstruction few days after a channeling TURP for advanced CaP.

Conclusion

The report highlights the possibility of intestinal obstruction as a secondary event following a silent urinary bladder perforation during channeling TURP. Early recognition and intervention were responsible for the good outcome in this patient.

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Title: Intestinal obstruction: a rare complication of channeling Transurethral Resection of the Prostate (TURP): a case report
Authors: A. A. Popoola
K. A. Onawola
M. D. Adesina
I. O. Olaoye
Publication date: 01-12-2008
Publisher: BioMed Central
Published in: Journal of Medical Case Reports / Issue 1/2008
Electronic ISSN: 1752-1947
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1186/1752-1947-2-30

At a glance: The STEP trials

Springer Medicine

Intestinal obstruction: a rare complication of channeling Transurethral Resection of the Prostate (TURP): a case report

Abstract

Introduction

Case presentation

Conclusion

At a glance: The STEP trials

Springer Medicine

Abstract

Introduction

Case presentation

Conclusion

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