Volvulus caused by a free intraperitoneal staple after laparoscopic appendectomy: A case report.

•Free intraperitoneal staples are usually inert but can have complications.•Early obstructive symptoms after appendectomy should warrant prompt work-up.•Volvulus can occur due to free staples after laparoscopic appendectomy.•Small bowel necrosis due to a free malformed staple required small bowel resection.•We recommend removing free staples when seen in order to prevent complications.