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Successful endoscopic laser lithotripsy in 2 cases of Bouveret syndrome and cholecystocolonic fistulae-induced colonic obstruction: a minimally invasive approach

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Video 1Two successful cases of endoscopic treatment for Bouveret syndrome and gallstone ileus are shown, including imaging and endoscopic videos. Endoscopy is favored over surgery due to lower morbidity and mortality rates. Laser lithotripsy offers precision and minimal tissue damage

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EHL, Electrohydraulic lithotripsy, ESWL, Extracorporeal shockwave lithotripsy

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Vega EA, Rivera B, Harz C. Successful endoscopic laser lithotripsy in 2 cases of Bouveret syndrome and cholecystocolonic fistulae-induced colonic obstruction: a minimally invasive approach. VideoGIE. 2024 Mar 9;9(6):290-294. doi: 10.1016/j.vgie.2024.03.001