Case Report
Retention of Extended Release Nifedipine Capsules in a Patient with Enteric Stricture Causing Recurrent Small Bowel Obstruction
Medication bezoars from extended release medication have been reported in the literature. This has become an increasing phenomenon with the popularity of extended release formulations, which aim to increase therapeutic compliance. We report on a patient who experienced recurrent bouts of small bowel obstruction, necessitating surgical exploration. Key Points *…
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