Akademik Veri Yönetim Sistemi
Cocuk Cerrahisi Dergisi, cilt.21, sa.1, ss.42-44, 2007 (Scopus)
Bezoars are rare and often reported in patients with some psychiatric disorders. The Rapunzel syndrome is a rare form of gastric trichobezoar with a tail like extension into the intestine. 12 year old girl applied to the clinic with abdominal firmness. She was treated for alopecia areate one year ago. A firm, mobile and approximately 20 cm. diameter epigastric mass was palpated. A massively enlarged, firm stomach was encountered at surgical exploration. Gastrotomy revealed a large trichobezoar, which was taken out totally. She was referred to a child psychiatrist for assessment and therapy. Her diagnosis was major depression. In conclusion, trichophagy must be considered in children who suffer alopecia and psychiatric support must be provided.