A "beehive" in the abdomen

Indian J Surg. 2013 Aug;75(4):321. doi: 10.1007/s12262-012-0615-4. Epub 2012 Jun 16.

Abstract

A 22 years-old woman presenting with intestinal occlusion by a giant fecaloma. Fecal impaction is often misdiagnosed, especially in non collaborating patients. This demonstrates the necessity of particular attention to avoid unnecessary surgical intervention.

Keywords: Fecaloma; Intestinal occlusion; Treatment.