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Gallstone ileus occurs when a gallstone passes through a fistula from the gallbladder into the small intestine, usually at the ileocecal junction, causing an obstruction. Symptoms include severe abdominal pain, vomiting, and abdominal distension. On examination, patients appear unwell and dehydrated with visible bowel peristalsis and abdominal tenderness. The gallstone is most commonly lodged in the ileum but can impact other areas like the jejunum, stomach, or colon. Stones less than 2.5 cm can sometimes p

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