Abstract
Rectal foreign bodies are not uncommon as previously thought and should be recognised as a potentially serious condition. The diagnosis is often delayed due to patient embarrassment and reluctance to seek medical help, which may increase the likelihood of complications. Clinicians should be aware of this condition, as it may be a manifestation of underlying psychiatric conditions, drug trafficking or due to sexual assault.
| Translated title of the contribution | Rectal foreign bodies |
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| Original language | Danish |
| Article number | V11170866 |
| Journal | Ugeskrift for Laeger |
| Volume | 180 |
| Issue number | 36 |
| Pages (from-to) | 2-5 |
| Number of pages | 4 |
| ISSN | 0041-5782 |
| Publication status | Published - 2018 |