Gallstone Ileus Secondary to Cholecysto‐Duodenal Fistula in a Middle‐Aged Female: A Rare Surgical Emergency and Review of the Literature

Key Points

• To report a case of gallstone ileus secondary to cholecysto-duodenal fistula and emphasize the diagnostic challenges and clinical importance.
• In-depth clinical evaluation of the patient presenting with bowel obstruction.
• Thorough investigation to confirm the diagnosis of gallstone ileus.
• Literature review on the incidence and management of cholecysto-duodenal fistulas.
• Successful diagnosis of gallstone ileus attributed to a cholecysto-duodenal fistula.
• Emphasized the importance of recognizing gallstone-related bowel obstruction in clinical practice.
• Highlighted the rarity and surgical implications of the condition.