2023
DOI: 10.2147/imcrj.s432931
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Intrabiliary Ascariasis: A Case Report of an Uncommon Cause of Acute Abdomen and Obstructive Jaundice in Children

Kibruyisfaw Weldeab Abore,
Tigist Bacha

Abstract: Background Intrabiliary ascariasis is an uncommon cause of biliary colic and obstructive jaundice among children due to the small size of the ampullary orifice. A high index of suspicion for patients living in an endemic area and radiologic examination are crucial for diagnosis and treatment. Case Presentation A 12-year-old male Ethiopian child presented with colicky right upper quadrant pain, nausea, and vomiting for 3 days. Physical examination showed slightly icteric… Show more

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