title: Rapunzel Syndrome in a Postpartum Patient after Caesarian Delivery.
abstract: A trichobezoar is an immobile, indigestible collection of hair or hair-like fibers that accumulates within the GI tract. Rapunzel syndrome is a rare variant in which a trichobezoar extends into the small intestine, potentially causing obstruction. We describe the first case, to our knowledge, of Rapunzel syndrome occurring in a postpartum patient after delivery by Caesarian section.
authors.affiliation: Carl T. Hayden VA Medical Center, Department of Gastroenterology, Phoenix, AZ, and Banner Good Samaritan Medical Center, Department of Gastroenterology, Phoenix, AZ.
authors.forename: Darren J
authors.initials: DJ
authors.lastname: Andrade
authors.affiliation: Banner Good Samaritan Medical Center, Department of Family Medicine, Phoenix, AZ.
authors.forename: William
authors.initials: W
authors.lastname: Dabbs
authors.affiliation: Arizona Digestive Health, Phoenix, AZ.
authors.forename: Vincent
authors.initials: V
authors.lastname: Honan