Massive Trichobezoars in a Teenager with Rapunzel Syndrome: A Case of Severe Trichophagia

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trichopagia; rapunzel syndrome; severe case

Abstract

Trichophagia, a compulsive behavior often associated with trichotillomania, involves the ingestion of hair, leading to the formation of trichobezoars—indigestible hair masses in the gastrointestinal tract. In severe cases, it manifests as Rapunzel syndrome, characterized by a large gastric trichobezoar with a tail extending into the intestines. This rare condition primarily affects young females with underlying psychiatric disorders and can cause serious com- plications such as obstruction, perforation, and malnutrition. Timely diagnosis is crucial to prevent severe complications such as bowel perforation, peritonitis, and even mortality.

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AU  - Aja Hamida Yusra
AU  - M. Surya Husada
PY  - 2025
DA  - 2025/12/25
TI  - Massive Trichobezoars in a Teenager with Rapunzel Syndrome: A Case of Severe Trichophagia
BT  - Proceedings of the 8th International Conference on Neuroscience, Neurology, and Psychiatry 2025 (ICONAP 2025)
PB  - Atlantis Press
SP  - 109
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