Unusual radiographic appearance of fecalith leading to acute abdomen in a patient consuming iron: a case report.

BACKGROUND AND

IMPORTANCE

Fecalith is common clinical condition, delay in diagnosis and management can lead to life threatening complications.

CASE PRESENTATION: We are reporting the case of an 18-year- old lady which have unusual radiographic appearance of fecalith which was diagnosed in rural emergency setting and managed with simple conservative approach.

CLINICAL DISCUSSION: Fecalith can also be present in background of iron consumption without chronic constipation and anatomical abnormality. Large fecalith can have confusing radiographic picture.

CONCLUSION

Fecalith can present with acute abdomen and confusing radiographic picture. It can lead to life-threatening bowel complications but can be managed conservatively with early diagnosis.