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Acute Gastric Dilatation in Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy: A Case Report

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) is an X-linked hereditary disease characterized by a structural defect in dystrophin, affecting muscle cells, leading to their progressive degeneration. Gastrointestinal manifestations are uncommon but can contribute to significant morbidity and mortality. Acute gastric dilatation is a rare clinical entity and the most severe complication of this spectrum. We present the case of a 16-year-old male patient with DMD who developed acute gastric dilatation, managed with decompression via nasogastric tube, intravenous fluids, and prokinetics, resulting in clinical improvement.

Source: Cureus

DOI: 10.7759/cureus.81440

Authors: Yhonatan R Ramírez-Guerra, Marco A Arizmendi-Villarreal, Luis F Zorrilla-Núñez, Gerardo E Muñoz-Maldonado

Institution: Hospital Universitario Dr José Eleuterio Gonzalez

Language: English

Topic: Gastrointestinal motility and disorders

Subfield: Gastroenterology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4408987028