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Intussusception Secondary to Metastatic Bladder Leiomyosarcoma: a Case Report and Review of the Literature

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Intussusception, where one intestinal segment telescopes into another, is rare in adults, representing 5% of all intussusception cases and 1% of bowel obstructions.This case details a 57-year-old man with primary bladder leiomyosarcoma metastatic to the liver, presenting with severe abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting.A computed tomography scan suggested intussusception and bowel obstruction.An emergent laparotomy revealed small intestine intussusception.The affected segment was resected, and histopathology confirmed metastatic leiomyosarcoma.The patient recovered uneventfully and was discharged.This case highlights the importance of prompt diagnosis and treatment in adults with bowel obstruction and a cancer history.

Source: Turkish Journal of Colorectal Disease

DOI: 10.4274/tjcd.galenos.2024.2024-8-3

Authors: Muhammed Salih Süer, İsmail Oskay Kaya, Eylem Pınar Eser

Institution: Ankara Etlik City Hospital

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: W4405887155