A case series of intestinal obstruction secondary to shiitake mushroom intake during Chinese New Year. Issue 10 (14th October 2020)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Ng, Gaik Huey; Teoh, Li Ying; Teh, Mei Sze; Jamaris, Suniza; See, Mee Hoong
• Is Part Of: Journal of surgical case reports. Volume 2020:Issue 10(2020)
• Publication Date: 2020-10-14
• Subjects: Surgery -- Periodicals; Surgery -- Case studies -- Periodicals; 617.005
• DOI: 10.1093/jscr/rjaa328
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2042-8812

Abstract

Abstract: Shiitake mushroom is a common ingredient in East Asian cuisines. Food processing/preparation can cause the mushroom to be soft and slimy, leading to accidental swallowing. Due to its high insoluble fibre content, it remains the same size and shape in the intestinal tract. We present two cases of small bowel obstruction caused by shiitake mushroom requiring surgical intervention. Preoperative imaging showed dilated small bowel with a suspicious mass in the ileum. However, the exact cause was unclear. For both cases, exploratory laparotomy and enterotomy were then performed and undigested shiitake mushroom was found. Both patients recovered well from the surgery.