Small intestinal obstruction secondary to obturation by a Garren gastric bubble.
A case of small intestinal obstruction by obturation of a Garren gastric bubble, not retrieved after gastroscopy, is presented. The literature is reviewed regarding both the use of and the complications inherent in such balloon devices. Some specific suggestions are made to provide for effective retrieval and radiological localization and monitoring of displaced balloons.
D005773:Gastroscopy; D006801:Humans; D007077:Ileal Diseases / Q000209:etiology*; D007415:Intestinal Obstruction / Q000209:etiology*; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D009765:Obesity / Q000628:therapy*; D019736:Prostheses and Implants / Q000009:adverse effects*