Transanal extraction of a giant calcified fecaloma

Abstract

Fecalomas are a common complication of chronic constipation, but cases of calcified fecal material due to long-standing impaction are rarely reported. Here, we present a case of a giant calcified fecaloma where conventional extraction methods were unsuccessful. However, we were able to avoid the need for laparotomy and bowel resection by performing a successful transanal extraction.

Keywords: giant fecaloma, constipation, transanal extraction.