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September 10, 2025

Case Report: Iatrogenic Bowel Perforation Following Dental Procedure.

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CDClaire DeLongFFFrederick Fiesseler

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Overview

Case report reveals bowel perforation from orthodontic archwire in a 42-year-old male, suggesting rare risks.

Key Points

  • The patient experienced bowel perforation caused by an orthodontic archwire.
  • CT scan findings revealed a metallic foreign body leading to an emergency surgery.
  • Iatrogenic injuries from dental procedures, such as orthodontics, can occur but are uncommon.
  • The patient fully recovered after the removal of the foreign body and treatment.

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DeLong et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68c1bb7054b1d3bfb60ed820https://doi.org/10.21980/j8cd38
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