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Stercoral Colitis in an Elderly Patient With Bipolar Disorder: A Diagnostic Challenge

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Stercoral colitis can develop rapidly and present atypically in elderly patients, particularly those with cognitive impairment and psychiatric illness, where nonspecific symptoms may delay diagnosis. Clinicians should maintain a high index of suspicion, especially in socially vulnerable individuals where elder neglect, malnutrition, and poor functional status may further obscure the clinical picture.

Source: Clinical Case Reports

DOI: 10.1002/ccr3.71466

Authors: Nischal Shrestha, Radhika Vij, Ritesh Luitel

Institution: MedStar Union Memorial Hospital

Language: English

Topic: Diverticular Disease and Complications

Subfield: Surgery

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,820