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Uncovering the Hidden Threat: Ileocolic Intussusception in an Adult With Appendicular Tumor

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Intussusception in adults is a rare condition, often associated with an underlying pathological lead point. This case report describes a case of intussusception in a 37-year-old female patient with an unusual lead point: an appendicular mucinous neoplasm. This case highlights the clinical presentation, diagnostic process, and management of adult intussusception caused by an appendicular neoplasm. The patient underwent a right hemicolectomy, with ileo-transverse anastomosis. The lead point was a low-grade appendiceal mucinous neoplasm (LAMN) without any intraoperative spillage. No signs of recurrence were seen till the last follow-up visit. Surgical intervention with appropriate resection of the lead point remains the treatment of choice, with histopathological analysis crucial for further management, in any adult intussusception.

Source: Cureus

DOI: 10.7759/cureus.72809

Authors: Mrunal Panchal, Shishir Kumar, Khushboo Jha, Kaushik Saha, Abhijit Kundu

Institutions: Tata Main Hospital, Manipal-Tata Medical College, Jamshedpur

Language: English

Topic: Gastrointestinal disorders and treatments

Subfield: Surgery

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4403989198