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Gallstone ileus-induced intestinal obstruction is a rare but significant condition that occurs when a gallstone becomes lodged in the gastrointestinal tract. Major risk factors for gallstone ileus-induced intestinal obstruction include older age, female sex, diabetes, history of gallbladder disease such as gallstones, as well as previous gallbladder-related surgical procedures such as cholecystectomy. Pregnancy is also a known risk factor for gallstone disease. We present the case of a 38-year-old patient with a history of three cesarean sections and no apparent comorbidities. Prior to her visit to the emergency department, the patient experienced moderate colicky abdominal pain in the lower abdomen for two days. The physical examination revealed diffuse abdominal tenderness, predominantly in the right iliac fossa, along with signs of irritation of the peritoneum. Laboratory tests showed...