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Vanek’s Tumor of the Jejunum Presenting as Adult Intussusception: A Rare Surgical Entity

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: ABSTRACT: Adult intussusception is an uncommon cause of intestinal obstruction and usually indicates an underlying pathological lead point. Jejunal involvement is particularly rare and often presents with nonspecific symptoms, leading to diagnostic delay. We report a 43-year-old woman with features of subacute intestinal obstruction. Contrast-enhanced computed tomography suggested small bowel intussusception with a lead point. Surgical exploration revealed jejunal intussusception requiring segmental resection and primary anastomosis. Histopathology demonstrated an inflammatory fibroid polyp (Vanek's tumor).

Source: Annals of African Medicine

DOI: 10.4103/aam.aam_156_26

Authors: Mahesh Jadhav, Gowri Sanjay, Madhuri Tribhuvan, Vinay Badangi, Garvit Sharma

Institution: Dr. D. Y. Patil Medical College, Hospital and Research Centre

Language: English

Topic: Gastrointestinal disorders and treatments

Subfield: Surgery

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: hybrid

OpenAlex ID: W7166881041

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