Author:
Whitworth Jacob,James Richard,Hopkins James
Abstract
Gallstone ileus and small bowel diverticulosis are uncommon pathologies. However, the simultaneous presentation of both in this patient provided a diagnostic puzzle for the surgical and radiological teams at our institution. The imaging also demonstrated several typical features for the pathologies in question. Ultimately the management of the patient was not compromised by the diagnostic dilemma, but the imaging findings represent a useful learning opportunity for all radiologists and general surgeons.
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