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Retroperitoneal Panniculitis Mimicking High Intestinal Obstruction in a Young Female: A Case Report

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: This case report examines retroperitoneal panniculitis in a 20-year-old female. The patient was presented with a history of epigastric discomfort for five days, vomiting after meals, fever, and abdominal bloating. Clinical examination revealed intestinal obstruction. Laboratory workup revealed high leukocytosis, raised urea, liver enzyme abnormality, and deranged coagulation. Diagnostic evaluation, including histopathology, confirmed retroperitoneal panniculitis. Surgical excision was performed, and postoperative treatment with corticosteroids was initiated. This case underscores the importance of considering retroperitoneal panniculitis in the differential diagnosis of patients with acute abdomen and bowel obstruction.

Source: Journal of Pharmacy And Bioallied Sciences

DOI: 10.4103/jpbs.jpbs_1195_25

Author: Jigisha Vijay Nagrare

Institution: Alder Hey Children's Hospital

Language: English

Topic: Autoimmune and Inflammatory Disorders

Subfield: Epidemiology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $250